POWER In Motion
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Finding YOUR joy In Motion
This time in our lives is about expanding, not shrinking—your power, confidence, and energy. Whether lifting weights, doing yoga, walking outside, playing with your dog, or dancing in the kitchen, movement is about finding joy in motion. It can be overwhelming to know what to do, so here is our simple guide that consistently works for us.
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Own your ENERGY
Forget outdated ideas of what “fitness” should look like—this is about strength, movement, and feeling damn good. The maison 1973 woman moves because she can, because she wants to, and because it makes her feel unstoppable.
“Age is no barrier. It’s a limitation you put on your mind.” – Jackie Joyner-Kersee
Science backs this up—studies show that regular movement improves not just our physical health, but mental clarity, mood, and longevity. (Check out Harvard Health for more on the benefits of movement as we age.)
Finding the RIGHT Movement for You
Let’s explore some ways that might work for you, all dependent on your level of fitness, health and other personal life aspects. (Always listen to your body and consult a professional for tailored and expert advice).
With so much to choose from, we find that it’s a combination of the following throughout the week, whatever works best for you:
STRENGTH Training
Builds muscle, supports bone health, and boosts metabolism. A must-have for longevity. (Read more here about the unique benefits of strength training for women)
Strength training in midlife is about building resilience, supporting bone health, boosting metabolism, and maintaining mobility—without the extreme workouts of our past. The key is consistency and smart training that strengthens muscles while being gentle on the joints.
Here are our four (4) great STRENGTH TRAINING options:
We’ve done the compiling for you and have created a simple summary, full of helpful tips and links to make it easy for you to get started!
1) Bodyweight Exercises (No Equipment Needed!)
Perfect for maintaining strength without needing a gym. These exercises engage multiple muscle groups and build functional strength:
Squats – Strengthens legs, glutes, and core
Push-ups (Regular or Modified) – Builds upper body strength
Lunges – Improves balance, tones lower body
Planks – Core stability powerhouse
2) Resistance Band Workouts
A low-impact way to build muscle without heavy weights. Great for joint-friendly strength training:
We are enjoying this great 17 Minute Resistance Bands Workout
3) Dumbbell Strength Training (Light to Moderate Weights)
Lifting weights isn’t about bulking up—it’s about maintaining strength, supporting bone health, and preventing muscle loss.
We have been using this 30 Min Full Body Dumbbell workout at Home
4) Strength-Building basic beginners Yoga
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Let’s face it, yoga can be a little daunting. The amount of poses, techniques and vast array of styles is overwhelming, especially for a beginner. So during our research, trying to find a simple, gentle introduction, we came across this 15 minute super easy guide Gentle Yoga for Beginners Over 50 and we are hooked!
Why Strength Training Matters in Midlife?
* Boosts metabolism – Helps maintain a healthy weight
* Supports bone density – Reduces osteoporosis risk
* Improves balance & mobility – Prevents falls & injuries
* Enhances mood & energy – Releases feel-good endorphins
Strength training isn’t about pushing to the extreme—it’s about staying strong, confident, and empowered at every stage of life.
Yoga, pilates and STRETCHING
Yoga, pilates, and stretching are great for flexibility, reducing stress, and keeping our joints healthy. We love our pilates classes twice a week at Noosa Flow with skilled instructors who have taught us mat and reformer pilates. When we can’t attend class due to travel or time constraints, we practice at home, in the office, or in hotel rooms. We try to fit in sessions in the morning or before bed. The important thing is to stretch whenever we can during the week. Stretching often is crucial as we age; it increases core strength and helps maintain balance.
We totally love using fun little ‘props’ to accompany our home workouts! Okay, so not everyone’s got a fancy pilates reformer just hanging out at home, but that’s all good—we can easily enjoy some basic mat moves wherever we are! Here’s our pick of super simple props to make your home sweat sessions just as great:
Pilates ring, ball & resistance band set
WALKING and Outdoor Movement
Fresh air and moving our bodies give us more energy and help us think clearly. We try to walk for 30 minutes each day. Some days we walk longer, but the important thing for us is to be consistent. We also like to use light ankle or hand weights to build strength.
Walking is such a great way to relax and enjoy our favourite podcast, music, or the sounds of nature. It is also the #1 thing we do when we arrive into a new city or place – drop the bags and stretch those legs!
Dance and PLAY
Movement doesn’t have to be structured—sometimes, the best workout is just letting loose and having fun. Join a local dance club, turn up the tunes in the lounge room and get moving, grab your bike and go for a ride around the neighbourhood, walk the dog…the list is endless. Just do whatever works best for you and makes you feel good.
The Maison 1973 Takeaway
Midlife isn’t about slowing down—it’s about stepping fully into your own strength. And trust us, you’ve never looked (or felt) better.