Staying fit and mobile plays a large role in senior health. Its not always easy to maintain fitness levels as we age. Naturally, our bodies change, but we dont want them becoming immobile! Here are some tips to make your senior years more enjoyable and fit.
As much as possible, continue doing your daily living tasks. Taking a bath, even if its just a sponge bath, gives your arms a mini-workout. Youre bending and keeping flexible, which is vital for proper joint health.
Cooking involves peeling vegetables, some walking, bending to reach pots and pans. Dont fret that you may not be able to do all grocery shopping by yourself. As long as you can continue cooking at home, this allows more chance for movement.
So, were continuing our daily tasks, and now its time to consider some specific exercise.
Golfing provides fun, a chance for walking, bending, and maintaining flexibility. Even miniature golf allows for some of these tasks, so join the grandkids if you can.
Perhaps getting out to a golf course isnt possible for you right now. Buy one of those mini-putting greens you can use indoors. Even these will improve your ability to move more...