Inhale as you lower down to a 90-degree angle in the legs and exhale as you press up to a slightly bent knee. Do two to three sets of 20 to 30 repetitions. The towel squat is also a great choice. It increases muscle in the area of the body that we have the most muscle available, the legs. This too, promotes good posture.
Strong legs help support the back and that's a good thing.
Finally, it is important to include cardiovascular exercise in your program. McMannis gets in approximately 30 to 40 minutes of vigorous aerobic exercise, three to four days per week. In the short run, a person starting exercise in their 60s may experience some joint and muscle inflamation. More importantly, in the long run of four to six weeks plus, individuals will have more support to their joints than they have in years. McMannis will tell you she feels great.