Exercise for Folks Over 65

As we get older our bodies become more fragile and we may feel like we don't have the strength or stamina to get out and exercise. However, even in the face of old age, it's important to get our bodies moving to preserve and improve our health. Some people over the age of 65 are just giving up, assuming that they'll never again see the good shape they were in during their younger years. The truth is, they are dead wrong!

As our bodies age, we do not recover from physical exertion as quickly as we once did. Do you remember how resilient you were when you were young? Perhaps you could run for miles, play tennis for hours, lift weights or even chop wood in your parents' backyard! Nowadays, many of those actions might seem unthinkable to you. Challenge yourself to revisit a more youthful state of mind. Sure, you may not be able to run a marathon, swing an ax, or pump iron like you once did, but there are many activities you can still perform to keep your body feeling young and healthy. As mentioned before, it takes a lot longer to recover from stress being placed on your body now than it used to. With that said, you simply have to increase your physical fitness level over time.

It's important to talk to your doctor first to make sure you're fit for the physical activities you wish to perform. Ask your doctor for help formulating or modifying your exercise regimen according to your needs. Remember, exercise will supplement the coverage provided in your Sarasota Florida health plan, keeping you healthier longer and thus keeping health care costs and insurance premiums to a minimum. If you don't have health coverage, stop what you're doing right now and contact a Florida health insurance agent to discuss your options for Sarasota health plans.

Good Exercises for People Over 65:

Walking - Walking is an excellent way of getting exercise for people of all ages. It can be as easy or as intense as you desire. Start by walking for about 15 minutes at a slow pace, and then slowly increase your walk time to 30 minutes and then up to an hour if you're motivated. Not only is walking easy, it also has relatively low impact.

Yoga - Stretch your physical AND mental muscles while at the same time learning great ways to relax, improve mental focus, and relieve stress. Yoga is recommended for all ages, and most yoga schools offer special modified classes just for seniors.

Swimming - Swimming is not only great exercise, it's fun! A simple, healthy way to relax, swimming strengthens the muscles, including the heart, and relieves the discomfort of back pain and swollen joints. Even severely handicapped individuals can benefit from the effects of swimming.

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