'I'm a personal trainer who works with seniors — these are the 3 at-home exercises that could reduce brain aging by two years'

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We all know that strength training is one of the best ways to slow down the effects of aging. Whether you’re performing bodyweight exercises or lifting weights, resistance training can help slow or reverse age-related muscle loss, build functional strength and balance, and reduce your risk of falls and injuries.Yet according to a new study, published in the medical journal Geroscience, resistance training can also add 2.3 years to your overall life expectancy. If you’re a complete beginner or you’re unsure where to start, you’ve landed in the right place. Below, personal trainer Bruno Pontes takes you through three bodyweight exercises you can do at home, with no equipment.As always, if you’re currently recovering from an injury or you experience any discomfort during this workout, it’s always best to stop and seek personalised advice from a qualified professional.Bruno Pontes is an ACSM and AFAA certified Personal Trainer at fitness app Muscle Booster. His passion for the past 8 years has been helping individuals through their fitness journey. He believes that fitness is for life and movement is medicine, which is why he strives to make his workouts fun, challenging, and effective.What are the exercises? Ready to get started? Here are the three simple exercises Pontes recommends to his senior clients:1. Glute bridges