Staying active becomes more and more important as the years go by. Research shows that regular exercise can help prevent falls, manage incontinence, and even improve memory.
Many older people think that exercise is a young thing, but they are wrong. Work flexibility, strength and heart rate should be a priority at any age, especially during old age to enjoy a better quality of life.
Flexibility exercises consist of stretching and flexing the joints, which improves the range of motion for older people. When it comes to working on this aspect, you can practice yoga or Pilates or get one stretching exercise routine designed for seniors and carry them out every morning after you wake up.
And if the joints are essential for daily life, the muscles are no less so. Strength exercises make everyday activities much easier like moving an armchair or carrying shopping bags. The recommended frequency of strength exercises is at least twice a week, trying to work all muscle groups. Assess with a professional the kilos that are right for you or start with the lightest dumbbells and work your way up until you reach your limit.
Older people should also regularly practice so-called aerobic exercise, which increases the heart rate, benefiting the entire body. The ideal is at least three weekly sessions of around 30 minutes in length. Regarding the activity, choose the one that causes the least problems for your joints: running, brisk walking, cycling ...