Alicia Murphy leading a 30-minute standing strength and cardio workout for women 40+, low-impact full body routine with dumbbells.

🔥 30-Min Standing Strength + Cardio Workout (Women 40+)

Nov 20, 2025

If you want a low-impact workout that builds lean muscle, burns fat, and boosts your metabolism after 40 — all without jumping — this standing Strength + Cardio routine is for you. Grab your dumbbells and press play!

 

WORKOUT BREAKDOWN

Warm-Up
3 minutes of gentle movement to prep your joints and muscles.

Strength Circuit (Standing Only)
6 moves • 40 seconds on / 20 seconds off
Repeat 3 rounds

Cardio Finisher (Still Standing!)
3 moves • 30 seconds on / 10 seconds off
Repeat 2 rounds

Cool Down & Deep Breathing

This workout is perfect for:
✔ Women 40+
✔ Perimenopause & menopause
✔ Joint-friendly training
✔ Fat loss support
✔ Hormone and metabolism health
✔ Beginner to intermediate levels


WHY THIS WORKOUT MATTERS FOR WOMEN 40+

Strength training is your metabolic superpower after 40.
It helps:
• Build and protect muscle
• Stabilize blood sugar
• Reduce stress and cortisol
• Support hormone balance
• Burn stubborn belly fat
• Improve energy and sleep

Adding a standing cardio finisher boosts calorie burn without stressing your joints.


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MORE SUPPORT FOR WOMEN 40+

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