Elderly Workout - Elderly Fitness

Realistic workout goals will ensure great results.

Wed, 31 May 2006 15:35:03 -0400

So you are all set to enter a regular exercise routine! Your doctor has approved and you can’t wait to get fit and healthy. Here is one important thing you should remember, if you set realistic goals then only can you succeed.

How to stay motivated in your exercise program

Fri, 26 May 2006 16:47:31 -0400

One of the major problems in following an exercise routine is to stay motivated. We are all aware that regular exercise can do wonders for the body. It helps in management of cholesterol, lower blood pressure, burn unnecessary fat, assist with blood sugar levels, promote bone density, keep the immune system in check, and improve mood by preventing depression.

Making exercise a habit will increase mental sharpness

Mon, 22 May 2006 13:45:38 -0400

Age does affect the mind in some ways. We don’t remember every details of an event, we are less alert and we do suffer from some loss of memory. Very often we encounter these ‘senior moments’ which are nothing but lapses in our memory.

Defeat arthritis by physical activity

Tue, 09 May 2006 15:11:50 -0400

Inflammation of joints is known as arthritis. It can be extremely painful and can disable the body. Arthritis also makes the body feeble and inactive. Several people are diagnosed with arthritis each year. As people age, arthritis tends to develop from the extended every day uses of the body. Other things though can help the development of arthritis. Being overweight, having bad posture, and serious injuries can all speed the development of this condition. Arthritis can cause the cartilage to wear out and thin. The rubbing of the bones causes irritation and inflammation. While this pain can sometimes be relieved through rest, the patient can also sometimes experience pain that seems never ending. Exercise, though, can assist with arthritis by strengthening the muscles near the joint which helps reduce joint stress. While exercise is necessary for everyone, it is essential for those with arthritis. While it is probably not a good idea to engage in the most rigorous forms of exercise with arthritis, physical activity is not out of the question. For those without arthritis, exercise can help prevent this horrible disease.

Not enjoying your workout? Right music can make all the difference

Fri, 05 May 2006 16:25:45 -0400

You have to make conscious efforts to concentrate on your exercise, and that is not easy. After a while it becomes monotonous and workout can become a punishment. But there is a very simple way to deal with this problem just change the music you are listening to.

Don’t undermine stretching: It’s a great for your body

Wed, 03 May 2006 17:22:07 -0400

Stretching is simple and takes very little time. Most of us including seniors ignore the value of stretching. It is seldom a part of their regular workout routine.
Stretching increases muscle flexibility. This can result in a decreased likelihood of injury, better muscle performance, and a feeling of well-being that follows for hours after you’ve finished.

Exercising will keep ‘age’ away

Sun, 30 Apr 2006 21:59:48 -0400

Sitting at home and lack of activity affect both mind and body. The body starts feeling old and automatically the mind gets depressed. Getting active is the key to feel young and reenergized again. But first of all you have to check your attitude and make sure that your preconceptions about being a senior are not getting in the way of your activity. Once you can let go of what you think you should be doing at your age, then you are taking the first step toward feeling younger.

Seniors, make your life active and healthy today

Fri, 21 Apr 2006 23:38:55 -0400

Your life may have been sedentary so far but it is never too late to get started. Being active is the key to good health. Fitness is necessary for everyone and seniors too need to have an energetic life. Before you get actively involved in any fitness program the first and foremost thing is to check with your doctor. In case you suffer from heart problems, or feel chest pain when you are active or at any other time, or you regularly lose your balance, or if you have difficulties with your bones and joints that might get worse with increased activity and if you take prescription drugs for serious health issues. Once you get the okay from your doctor, you're ready to start building your active lifestyle.

Seniors, Here are some Low Impact Exercises for You

Tue, 11 Apr 2006 09:05:26 -0400

Exercise is increasingly becoming important for seniors these days. Exercise has a number of benefits. Even people who are too old or are too feeble can begin to feel better by doing exercises. Working out regularly can improve the overall health conditions. Moreover, staying active can prevent diseases like diabetes. However, many seniors can not cope with difficult exercises. Low impact exercises can provide just as many health benefits to seniors as any other type of exercise.

Consult Your Doctor Before Starting a New Fitness Program

Thu, 06 Apr 2006 09:04:00 -0400

When it comes to medical care, the best way to get proper care is to be free and discuss openly the critical issues with the doctor. It becomes more important when you are beginning to maintain a regular fitness routine, especially if you have been without any form of rigorous physical activity in recent months or years. A key to having a good and healthy relationship with a doctor is how you interact with him and how the doctor reciprocates. Taking an active role in your own health care makes your wellness a cooperative affair.

Benefits Of Yard Work

Wed, 29 Mar 2006 08:16:50 -0500

To stay fit, it is very important to follow an exercising schedule. But, at times it becomes difficult to make time and gather energy to go to the gymnasium or ever use the home exercise equipments. That is the reason it is better to work in your yard. It is full of fun and a nice way to keep yourself active and keep your yard clean and beautiful.

Strength Training: For Strong Bones

Sat, 25 Mar 2006 08:12:56 -0500

With age the bones start to become weak as well as the muscle tissues. One of the best ways to reduce the stress on our weakening bones is to increase our muscles mass through strength training. Strength training has been found to be very effective of regaining muscle strength in old people. The phenomenon of muscle loss is referred to as sarcopenia and it starts in people around the age of 45. At that time, the average person’s muscle mass begins to decline at a rate of about 1 percent per year.

No Pain With Gain Exercise for Old Timers

Fri, 24 Mar 2006 11:47:01 -0500

There should be better ways for seniors to exercise besides the grueling 90 minutes-a-day, five-days-a week, boot-camp style exercise regime. Let us remember that they already have pain that they are trying to heal. The prospect of purposefully adding more pain makes exercise seem like a bad joke. Le us take a look five different ways to work around extreme exercise.

Tai Chi to the Aid of Seniors

Tue, 21 Mar 2006 08:46:21 -0500

Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art is an exercise activity highly suitable for senior citizens. The low-impact work-out consists of a series of very slow, gentle, and continuous movements. Practicing the ancient art enables older people to develop stronger muscles and increase both their balance and concentration, thus regaining their agility and strength after years of inactivity.

Health Boosters for the Retirees

Mon, 20 Mar 2006 05:41:57 -0500

How about doing these if you’re 55 plus – walk 10,000 steps a day? The 10,000 steps program is part of a concentrated effort to encourage Americans to get active and stay fit. Engaging in moderate exercise three to five times a week can help reduce the risk of heart disease, hypertension, stroke, diabetes and arthritis. So, exercise is the number one way to get healthy and stay healthy coupled with a balanced diet.