One of the best things you can do for your body is to move regularly. With a mix of cardio, strength training and mobility work, you greatly improve your chances of keeping your body happy and healthy as you age.

However, if you’re new to exercise, it can be hard to figure out exactly what moves you should be doing. A smart principle to follow is to incorporate movement patterns you do in everyday life, but make them a bit harder. That way, you’ll build the stability, strength and mobility needed to handle daily tasks with ease.

According to expert Peloton trainer Joslyn Thompson Rule, there are eight fundamental movement patterns that you should include in your regular workouts: hip hinge, knee bend, vertical push, vertical pull, horizontal push, horizontal pull, carry and rotation.

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