Strong for the Grandkids – Everyday Strength & Balance Exercises After 60 (Printable PDF)

Strong enough for every hug.

Lifting a toddler, getting down on the floor for a jigsaw, carrying the shopping up the steps – that's the strength that matters most. Strong for the Grandkids is a simple home exercise guide for adults over 60, built around everyday movements. All you need is a chair, a wall and a couple of water bottles – plus a 12-week plan to keep you going.

What's Inside

• Why strength matters – the CDC activity guidelines for older adults in plain words
• Before you start – who should check with a doctor, setting up your space and stop signs
• Strong legs – sit-to-stand, mini-squats, calf raises and step-ups
• Lifting little ones safely – the safe lift and ways to make it easier
• Arms, back and grip – wall press-ups, curls and smarter carrying
• Steady balance – four simple exercises to practise safely at home
• Stamina to keep up – walking, the talk test and fitting in 150 minutes a week
• Down to the floor and up – step by step, plus gentle stretches
• Strength for everyday jobs – housework and gardening with good technique
• Move together – play that counts as exercise and ways to stay motivated
• 40 ways to move, at home, outdoors, with grandchildren and in classes
• Printables: an exercise card, a 12-week plan and a progress log

A thoughtful gift for new grandparents – or for yourself.

Details

• 17 pages, printable PDF – A4 (prints on US Letter too – choose "Fit to page")
• Large, easy-to-read text
• No gym or special equipment needed
• Instant download after purchase
• Fill-in pages – print as many copies as you need for personal use
• General information only – not medical advice. Check with your doctor before starting a new exercise programme.

Please note: this is a digital product. No physical item will be shipped.