I meet with plenty of personal training clients over 60 who are embarking on a fitness routine for the first time, and truthfully, they’re some of my favorite clients to train. I wholeheartedly believe that exercise can be life-changing at any age, and it’s never too late to start.It’s important to start the right way, though. Most of my newcomers tend to be intimidated by the whole process, but I do have a few that make a beeline right for the dumbbells. Instead of picking up weights right away, I begin with the following no-equipment exercises that build up the appropriate strength for more complex moves.These exercises aren’t reserved just for seniors. Beginners of any age can benefit from them, and they even make great warm-up options for intermediate or advanced fitness levels.How to do the 4 no-equipment exercisesBe sure to check in with your medical team before trying this workout. These exercises are doable for most people, but your doctor may recommend alternatives based on your personal health background.You should also consider meeting with a certified personal trainer or physical therapist to learn proper form, especially if you’re dealing with any current or past injuries. A trainer and therapist can also give you modifications if needed, and will know how to make things more challenging as you get stronger.You’ll just need a chair and a section of bare wall for this workout.Start by doing 10-12 reps of each exercise for one set, and hold the wall plank for 15 seconds. After a week or so, add an additional set of each exercise. When that starts to feel easy, tack on one more set. Eventually, you’ll do 3 sets of each exercise with a brief rest in between each set. You can also increase your reps to 15 and your wall plank time to 30 seconds.Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.These exercises should be done as their own workout at first. After a while, you may be able to use them as a warm-up for more intense programs.Here’s how to do the exercises:1. Diaphragmatic breathing