No matter your age, exercise is the foundation for a healthy brain and body.
So, what exercises will deliver those benefitsand more?
Try one or two of these exercises each day to feel stronger and healthier, inside and out.
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A Fast-Paced Walk for General Health
Walking is frequently recommended as one of the best ways to work out.
Resistance exercisesthink lifting weightscan also help your bones.
Joyner recommends moving in the water.
Aqua classes are a great way to increase strength and cardiovascular health, he says.
Water provides a low-impact setting for movements, and warmer water increases joint mobility, Joyner adds.
Whats more, these workouts may make everyday movements feel better.
As the saying goes, motion is lotion.
A pair of sporty goggles or aqua fitness barbells can make your water workouts more fun and efficient.
Biking to Boost Your Brain
The combination of being outdoors and physical movement is tops for your cognitive capabilities.
If traditional biking isnt your thing, try an electric bike.
Resistance Exercise to Maintain Muscle
Some elderly people experience sarcopenia, progressive muscle loss and weakness.
Doing so challenges and strengthens muscles, and resistance training is the most effective way to counter this condition.
For example, a resistance exercise to support your ability to pick things up is a dead lift.
Yoga is low-impact, meaning it is a safe and effective practice to continue as you age.
Hows that for a feel-good workout?
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