Donald Liss

Best Exercises forSeniors

Walking

Walking is one of the easiest exercises

you can do, and it’s a great excuse to get

outside and get some fresh air.

Numerous studies have found that

spending time outside has many

benefits on a person’s mood.

Regular walking may also help you

maintain your weight, reduce your risk of

heart disease, and lower your blood

pressure.

It’s important to maintain the correct

posture when you walk. Do not look at

the ground. Keep your shoulders

relaxed.

Also, make sure you wear comfortable

shoes that offer you the right support.

Biking

Biking is another great form of cardio.

Before you hop on your bike, remember

to stay safe.

Always wear a helmet when you ride

bike. You should also avoid riding in the

street. Instead, pick an area with bike

trails where you will not have to worry

about traffic.

Some people choose to buy a stationary

bike that they can use in their living

room. This gives you the option of

working out even on a rainy day.

Biking is a lot less stressful on the body

than running or jogging. Yet it offers the

same benefits.

Swimming

If you don’t mind going to the gym on a

regular basis, you should swim.

Just like biking, swimming won’t hurt

your joints.

Swimming also targets the majority of

your muscles which is great.

The easiest way to start a swimming

routine is to hop in the water and swim

some laps.

However, many gyms also offer group

aerobic classes where you can meet

some new friends and get in the shape

at the same time.

No Equipment,

No Problem

Bodyweight exercises are also great options

for seniors who are looking to get fit.

Hip Bridges – This exercise is great for

seniors who spend most of their day

sitting since it helps open up the hip

area.

Push-Ups – Push-ups are one of the

most popular exercises that a person can

do. This article does a great job of listing

some push-up variations that make the

exercise easier.

Yoga – There are many benefits to

practicing yoga. Most importantly it

helps with your balance and flexibility.

Read this article to learn more.