Exercise is important for seniors because it can improve their nutrition. More nutritious foods consumed bring in more calories that should be burnt to avoid fat gain, which can become especially dangerous as we age. Burning the calories but retaining the nutrients is the best strategy for any age but it is most crucial for seniors.
There's been times when exercise was considered too dangerous for older people because of their frailty. However, recent studies have shown that exercises are not only safe for older people but have enormous benefits for their health and well being.
Aerobic exercise is good for heart and lungs. Vigorous weight training in people in their 60s, 70s, 80s, and even 90s, significantly increase muscle mass and strength. That increases their ability to carry out functions of daily living, to maintaining independence and health throughout the lifespan.
Before you start: Men over 40 and women over 50 should check with their doctor before starting any exercise program.
Exercises to consider: All types of exercise that are beneficial for younger adults, are worth trying by older adults either. The exercise types are:
Strength exercises build muscle as well as increase your metabolism and keep blood sugar under control.
Balance exercises improve fine brain control over body posture and body part position, as well as strengthen large muscle groups.
Stretching helps to keep the range of motions and do things easier and without injuries. However, there are rules to follow for your safety.
1. Always warm up before stretching
2. Never stretch to the degree when you feel pain
There's been times when exercise was considered too dangerous for older people because of their frailty. However, recent studies have shown that exercises are not only safe for older people but have enormous benefits for their health and well being.
Aerobic exercise is good for heart and lungs. Vigorous weight training in people in their 60s, 70s, 80s, and even 90s, significantly increase muscle mass and strength. That increases their ability to carry out functions of daily living, to maintaining independence and health throughout the lifespan.
Before you start: Men over 40 and women over 50 should check with their doctor before starting any exercise program.
Exercises to consider: All types of exercise that are beneficial for younger adults, are worth trying by older adults either. The exercise types are:
Strength exercises build muscle as well as increase your metabolism and keep blood sugar under control.
Balance exercises improve fine brain control over body posture and body part position, as well as strengthen large muscle groups.
Stretching helps to keep the range of motions and do things easier and without injuries. However, there are rules to follow for your safety.
1. Always warm up before stretching
2. Never stretch to the degree when you feel pain
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