You might consider a rower

Posted by Sounder on March 24, 2026, 11:57:56, in reply to "A question for fitness folks..long ish. As I crawl into my 50s and realize that continuing to eat"

it's a combination of cardio with an all body workout that builds lean muscle mass. Previous Message And drink like I have for the last 30 years is not good for my continued health, I’ve buckled down on portions, ramped up cardio exercise and as a result, have lost a good amount of weight while improving things like cholesterol, BP, etc. The missing piece for me is some kind of strength training. To be clear, I’m not looking to bulk up at all but want to maintain strength as I age. Realistically, I don’t have time or commitment to join a gym and go that route. So I’m looking for relatively easy things I can do at home without buying a huge weight set to preserve muscle while continuing to reduce unnecessary weight. Appreciate any suggestions.

Thanks for the suggestions all*

Posted by GCIllini99 on March 23, 2026, 13:07:44, in reply to "A question for fitness folks..long ish. As I crawl into my 50s and realize that continuing to eat"

Previous Message And drink like I have for the last 30 years is not good for my continued health, I’ve buckled down on portions, ramped up cardio exercise and as a result, have lost a good amount of weight while improving things like cholesterol, BP, etc. The missing piece for me is some kind of strength training. To be clear, I’m not looking to bulk up at all but want to maintain strength as I age. Realistically, I don’t have time or commitment to join a gym and go that route. So I’m looking for relatively easy things I can do at home without buying a huge weight set to preserve muscle while continuing to reduce unnecessary weight. Appreciate any suggestions.

the best exercise program is something you will do

Posted by illiniranger on March 23, 2026, 12:45:05, in reply to "A question for fitness folks..long ish. As I crawl into my 50s and realize that continuing to eat"

that said, resistance bands and kettlebells don't take up much space. get a yoga mat to do some type of planks/sit ups, etc. you can get a slam ball (medicine ball but you can throw it on the ground without it busting and more important it's much smaller taking up less space. you can use for throwing or just like a normal medicine ball.) if you do some of those exercises and the pushups i think you are fine. pull up bar would be great if you're into that. if you do cardio m-w-fr you can do the resistance exercises Tu-Th Previous Message And drink like I have for the last 30 years is not good for my continued health, I’ve buckled down on portions, ramped up cardio exercise and as a result, have lost a good amount of weight while improving things like cholesterol, BP, etc. The missing piece for me is some kind of strength training. To be clear, I’m not looking to bulk up at all but want to maintain strength as I age. Realistically, I don’t have time or commitment to join a gym and go that route. So I’m looking for relatively easy things I can do at home without buying a huge weight set to preserve muscle while continuing to reduce unnecessary weight. Appreciate any suggestions.

There are exercises for just above every muscle group you can do without equipment

Posted by Quiz on March 23, 2026, 12:30:27, in reply to "A question for fitness folks..long ish. As I crawl into my 50s and realize that continuing to eat"

push-ups, sit-ups, squats, ... pretty sure the internet can find you something for any muscle you are worried about. Previous Message And drink like I have for the last 30 years is not good for my continued health, I’ve buckled down on portions, ramped up cardio exercise and as a result, have lost a good amount of weight while improving things like cholesterol, BP, etc. The missing piece for me is some kind of strength training. To be clear, I’m not looking to bulk up at all but want to maintain strength as I age. Realistically, I don’t have time or commitment to join a gym and go that route. So I’m looking for relatively easy things I can do at home without buying a huge weight set to preserve muscle while continuing to reduce unnecessary weight. Appreciate any suggestions.

Don't worry about bulking up, it won't happen.

Posted by gvibes on March 23, 2026, 12:24:46, in reply to "A question for fitness folks..long ish. As I crawl into my 50s and realize that continuing to eat"

Cheapest/lowest space impact approach would be bands Next level would be kettlebells or adjustable dumbbells Previous Message And drink like I have for the last 30 years is not good for my continued health, I’ve buckled down on portions, ramped up cardio exercise and as a result, have lost a good amount of weight while improving things like cholesterol, BP, etc. The missing piece for me is some kind of strength training. To be clear, I’m not looking to bulk up at all but want to maintain strength as I age. Realistically, I don’t have time or commitment to join a gym and go that route. So I’m looking for relatively easy things I can do at home without buying a huge weight set to preserve muscle while continuing to reduce unnecessary weight. Appreciate any suggestions.

Adjustable dumbbells are a good investment*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss on March 23, 2026, 12:07:16, in reply to "A question for fitness folks..long ish. As I crawl into my 50s and realize that continuing to eat"

Previous Message And drink like I have for the last 30 years is not good for my continued health, I’ve buckled down on portions, ramped up cardio exercise and as a result, have lost a good amount of weight while improving things like cholesterol, BP, etc. The missing piece for me is some kind of strength training. To be clear, I’m not looking to bulk up at all but want to maintain strength as I age. Realistically, I don’t have time or commitment to join a gym and go that route. So I’m looking for relatively easy things I can do at home without buying a huge weight set to preserve muscle while continuing to reduce unnecessary weight. Appreciate any suggestions.

What kind of space do you have to work with here?*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes on March 23, 2026, 12:05:13, in reply to "A question for fitness folks..long ish. As I crawl into my 50s and realize that continuing to eat"

Previous Message And drink like I have for the last 30 years is not good for my continued health, I’ve buckled down on portions, ramped up cardio exercise and as a result, have lost a good amount of weight while improving things like cholesterol, BP, etc. The missing piece for me is some kind of strength training. To be clear, I’m not looking to bulk up at all but want to maintain strength as I age. Realistically, I don’t have time or commitment to join a gym and go that route. So I’m looking for relatively easy things I can do at home without buying a huge weight set to preserve muscle while continuing to reduce unnecessary weight. Appreciate any suggestions.

Bowflex*

Posted by Stu on March 23, 2026, 11:49:34, in reply to "A question for fitness folks..long ish. As I crawl into my 50s and realize that continuing to eat"

Previous Message And drink like I have for the last 30 years is not good for my continued health, I’ve buckled down on portions, ramped up cardio exercise and as a result, have lost a good amount of weight while improving things like cholesterol, BP, etc. The missing piece for me is some kind of strength training. To be clear, I’m not looking to bulk up at all but want to maintain strength as I age. Realistically, I don’t have time or commitment to join a gym and go that route. So I’m looking for relatively easy things I can do at home without buying a huge weight set to preserve muscle while continuing to reduce unnecessary weight. Appreciate any suggestions.