Today, nearly 100,000 senior adults will participate in activities across the United States for this national observance. The premise of this day is based on the fact that with increasing age comes inevitable body changes.
Seniors benefit in numerous ways from physical activity. Exercise can prevent or delay diseases and also keep muscles and bones strong, therefore reducing the risk of osteoporosis, bone fractures, and other injuries.
Some other benefits include:
reduces fall risk and increases ability to live independently
maintains strength, healthy joints and muscles
helps to control blood pressure
reduced risk of colon cancer and diabetes
eases symptoms of anxiety
offers community & companionship when done in groups
reduces and prevents arthritis joint swelling and pain
There are many ways to get active! In particular, yoga, walking and swimming are all low impact routines that offer a range of benefits late in life and for all abilities.
Do you currently have a fitness routine that keeps you going strong?