The anti-ageing WORKOUT

Want to look and feel younger for longer? Lose a decade with these daily yoga moves

We all strive to stay fit and flexible as we age. But the reality is that our bodies get stiffer and weaker, stamina slumps, we gain fat faster and lose muscle mass. We also might not feel as mentally sharp as we once did. The good news is that yoga can help – it’s a powerful system of postures that stretches and strengthens the entire body, beats stress and boosts brain power. What’s more, even when you’re busy it’s possible to squeeze a short yoga flow into your day. Ready to de-age your body and mind? Try this simple sequence to get the all-around benefits.

YOUR 10-MINUTE MOVES

This series of poses is perfect for beginners. The repeated folding and unfolding movements exercise your whole body - boosting everything from circulation, digestion and joint health to helping balance your hormones. Aim to do several rounds, daily.

1 Extended mountain pose

Stand with your big toes touching, heels slightly apart, for a few calming breaths. Then inhale, draw your belly in and reach your arms upwards.

2 Standing forward fold

Exhale, draw your belly in and fold forwards from the hips, letting head and arms hang, gazing towards the knees.

3 Half-standing forward fold

Inhale and lengthen your spine, lifting your chest upwards. Soften your knees, reach for the shins, look forwards.

4 Standing forward fold 

Exhale and fold back downwards.

5 Plank

Inhale, exhale and step feet back so you are in the plank position. Lower knees to the ground if easier.

6 Four-limbed staff pose