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Senior fitness and the benefits of regular exercise are most important to the people who tend to exercise the least - people over 50, and even more so, people over 60. In fact, it's estimated that more than 90% of retirees in the United States get virtually no meaningful exercise, and that more than 50% are totally sedentary.
Being "out of shape" does not mean that you cannot "get in shape". This is true not only for people in their 50's and 60's, but people in their 90's as well. Almost anyone of any age can participate in some type of physical activity, including people with certain medical conditions. Of course, before starting any exercise program, everyone should have a thorough physical and get the go-ahead from his or her physician.
Exercise can help reduce the risk or postpone the development of
arthritis, osteoporosis and heart disease. So, why don't more people
over 50 exercise regularly? The excuses range from:
Small Commitment, Big Payoff
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) now has senior fitness guidelines specific to weight training for people over 50. Because aerobic activity and strength training are each important for health, the ACSM recommends that able adults do both on a regular basis;
Seven recommendations
It is also recommended for seniors to take the following actions to help maintain good senior fitness:
Common Myths And Other Barriers To Senior FitnessMany older people believe that exercise is no longer appropriate. Some of the common misconceptions that prompt older people to abandon physical activity include:
Other factors that may contribute to the lack of physical exercise and senior fitness among people over 50 years of age include:
Some Cautions
If you experience any of the following symptoms during exercise, stop immediately and rest for 10-15 minutes, and if the symptoms don't subside, contact a doctor:
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