Aging is a natural process. It involves certain physiological change, which start occurring in a human body from the attainment of adulthood. These changes pertain to decline of various biological functions, and are accompanied by psychological, behavioral, and other...
Whereas exercise should be a part of everyone’s life regardless of age, but you need to make sure that the exercises you do are right for your age and general health. An appropriately designed weight training program for elderly, like dumbbell exercises for...
Yesterday I met a guy about 50 years old in the gym. He asked me: “Can I begin weight training after 50 years age?” I told him yes, he can do weight training by all means. He then further asked me: “Just give me top three tips for weight training after 55.” As people...
We all know exercise is good for us, even if we are over 60. Exercise maintains our heart young, bring down high blood pressure, increase good cholesterol, improve balance, boost sex life, enhance mental acuity, strengthen bones, relieve joint pain, boost mood, manage...
Do you know muscles are your first line of defense against falls, mobility loss, and bone fractures? Don’t have wrong notion that strong muscles are just for male bodybuilders or younger adults. Women and men in their 60s and beyond too need to conserve and build...
For an elderly person, conserving healthy bone mass and averting age-related muscle loss are the key factors to maintain physical fitness and overall health. And one of the best ways to attain that is by doing strength exercises. Read on here to find best tips for...
