Published by: National Institute on Aging Exercise and physical activity are great for your mental and physical health and help keep you independent as you age. Here are a few things you may want to remember when beginning to exercise. Start slowly when beginning exercise The key to being successful and safe when beginning a […]
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This type of exercise is best for reducing blood pressure to healthy levels, according to a new study Published by: AARP Want to lower your blood pressure? A new study pinpoints exactly what kind of exercise is best for easing blood pressure, and it doesn’t involve running on the treadmill or pumping iron at the
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Published by: National Institute on Aging Most people tend to focus on one type of exercise or activity and think they’re doing enough. Research has shown that it’s important to get all four types of exercise: endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility. Each one has different benefits. Doing one kind also can improve your ability to
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Learn exercises that can help you increase bone density and protect against osteopenia and osteoporosis. This bone-strengthening class led by American Council on Exercise (ACE)-certified instructor Mitch Menik each Monday will guide you through dynamic standing, stretching and chair exercises, performed with or without weights, designed to mildly stress the body. Such mild stress can
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Learn exercises that can help you increase bone density and protect against osteopenia and osteoporosis. This bone-strengthening class led by American Council on Exercise (ACE)-certified instructor Mitch Menik each Monday will guide you through dynamic standing, stretching and chair exercises, performed with or without weights, designed to mildly stress the body. Such mild stress can
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Published by: National Institute on Aging Many factors influence healthy aging. Some of these, such as genetics, are not in our control. Others — like exercise, a healthy diet, going to the doctor regularly, and taking care of our mental health — are within our reach. Research supported by NIA and others has identified actions
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Increase your strength and improve your balance and flexibility. Seated and standing exercises will be performed to address posture, gait and self-confidence in mobility. Light weights may be used (dumbbells, water bottles, resistance bands or anything you have around the house). Fun music will accompany the exercises! Join this class by Zoom: Meeting ID: 841
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Diet and nutrition tips to get a flat stomach once and for all Published by: AARP Researchers agree: Belly fat, specifically something called visceral fat, is harmful to your health. This fat in the belly area can lead to health problems including cardiac disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, dementia, and stroke. What’s more, it’s an
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Published by: National Institute on Aging Almost anyone, at any age, can do some type of physical activity. You can still exercise even if you have a health condition like heart disease, arthritis, chronic pain, high blood pressure, or diabetes. In fact, physical activity may help. For most older adults, physical activities like brisk walking,
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Four tips for seniors to stay motivated to exercise Published by: National Institute on Aging Physical activity is a great way for seniors to gain substantial health benefits and maintain their independence. Try to make exercise a priority. Remember that being active is one of the most important things you can do every day to
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