When it comes to Tai Chi, chances are your only exposure has been to pictures of serene-looking people in comfortable clothing or slow-moving students practicing in a park.
Balance exercises strengthen your lower body and core muscles, which helps keep you steady. Everyone should do balance training, but it’s especially important for older adults.
Don’t fall for the myth that you need to spend hours at the gym to get fit. For a fast workout that combines cardio and strength, try high-intensity interval training (HIIT).