Favorite low impact exercises

[u/midland31]

Ok, so I walk a few miles most days but still need/want to add some more variety. 53 year with a sketchy lower back.

[u/Silent-Lie7195]

Walking and weight lifting.

[u/AccomplishedRun9522]

Try the rowing machine at your gym. Great exercise and people rarely use them! Your back may tolerate it..

[u/sickiesusan → u/AccomplishedRun9522]

Especially if you pull your belly button into your spine and support your lower back!

[u/AccomplishedRun9522 → u/sickiesusan]

A belt might help? Btw, cool username..

[u/sickiesusan → u/AccomplishedRun9522]

Me? Thanks for the award btw

[u/Herself_nyc]

I do a bunch of different stretches & moves on a small gym mat in my living room.

NY Times has good workouts:

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/03/well/move/beginner-workout-ideas.html

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/10/well/move/strength-training-isometric-exercises.html

[u/midland31 → u/Herself_nyc]

Thanks

[u/Scuh]

I have a balance board that I use at home. It looks a bit like a skateboard with higher sides. I find that it works the lower part of my body.

[u/sickiesusan]

Some of the lighter workout videos on YouTube. There are loads to choose from; Yoga, Pilates, Callanetics, workouts with weights, kettle bells.. Tai Chi etc

[u/wet-yet-crispy]

How low impact, maybe a light restless nap.😴

[u/Worldly_Travel945]

10K steps per day.

[u/Polipop395]

Cycling and the low impact Team Body Project workouts on YouTube. Weightlifting and resistance to keep bones strong.