4 exercise trends to try

Older adults may find four new exercise trends interesting and fun. The trends include circuit training—doing a series of exercises, each set up at a “station” in various parts of a large exercise room; cognitive workouts, which combine aerobic exercise with basic brain challenges; battle ropes—shaking and whipping large, heavy ropes that are anchored to a wall; and streaming workouts—watching live workout classes via television or smartphone. Before starting a new workout, one should check with a doctor to see if it will be both safe and beneficial.