1. Loss of strength and endurance attributed to aging is partly caused by reduced physical activity (and basically this whole InstaTIP is about that). Logically, regular exercise even in older age is prevention of this phenomenon.
2. Exercise has positive effect on bone density. As you surely know, many older adults suffer from osteoporosis, when bones weaken quickly and are more prone to fractures. Regular strength training maintains bone strength even in later years.
3. Regular physical activity increases heart rate and perfuses, thus strengthens cardiovascular system, but also overall health. It can be just simple walk or cleaning, of course not one-time, but several times a week or every day.
4. Many older adults face social isolation and/or health handicaps, which has strong negative impact on mental health. Exercise has many benefits also in area of mental vitality, reduces anxiety and depression.
5. Regular exercise even in older age helps maintain healthy weight and thus reduces risk of diabetes. Can help in supporting joint health in arthritis. Lowers cholesterol and blood pressure, thus lowers risk of cardiovascular diseases or their consequences.
6. Sedentary lifestyle in older age can increase risk of developing dementia. Regular physical activity helps in maintaining essential motor skills, which affect also cognitive functions and their preservation. Best news is that it is never too late to start with fit lifestyle.
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Sources: Kids Health, AboutKidsHealth, b4AdveCenters for Disease Control and Prevention, The Care Workers Charity, Elmcroft Senior Living
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