Welcome to Senior Health and Fitness Day. Hopefully during the #StayHome time and pandemic you have been doing some sort of exercise or activity to maintain your strength and stamina. 

There are problems that occur with aging.

• Muscle loss –  muscle cells are replaced by fat.  
• Loss of back strength – curvature of the spine becomes more prevalent and leads to poor posture
• Bone density loss – osteoporosis develops, making bones weak and more prone to fractures

Exercise 5-6 days a week, 30 minutes a day is a great goal to aim for. Exercise does more than strengthen your body, it also helps with strengthening your heart and blood vessels. Increased blood circulation provides additional oxygen to the entire body, particularly nourishing the brain. This increased circulation promotes clarity of thought and elevates mood. Exercise is the original Fountain of Youth. 

Some of the best exercises for seniors are:

• Swimming
• Yoga
• Pilates
• Strength or weight training
• Resistance band exercises
• Cycling
• Aerobic exercise
• Dancing
• Walking

Here are enough choices that you will never get bored in doing the same thing every day. If you have not been exercising in the past, you will need to consult a trainer or coach to provide guidance and direction. And of course, get medical clearance to participate in exercise.

You can go to my Facebook page, Functional Fitness Journey for some information or respond to this email. I do have some exercise programs available, geared to the Senior population. #AARPFit #Fitover50