{"id":1918,"date":"2022-05-10T15:51:01","date_gmt":"2022-05-10T19:51:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blakeford.com\/?p=1918"},"modified":"2023-05-17T11:04:47","modified_gmt":"2023-05-17T15:04:47","slug":"low-impact-exercise-helps-seniors-age-in-place","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blakeford.com\/low-impact-exercise-helps-seniors-age-in-place\/","title":{"rendered":"Low Impact Exercise Helps Seniors Age-In-Place"},"content":{"rendered":"

Exercise is good for us, and that\u2019s especially true as we age. Unfortunately, some seniors bypass exercise as too difficult, too time-consuming, and no fun! That\u2019s a shame, and may lead to problems in the future<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Forget the \u201cno pain, no gain\u201d mantra. It just isn\u2019t true. Actually, fitness experts recommend low impact<\/strong> exercise for seniors, meaning less strain on joints. And experts say if an activity consistently hurts, don\u2019t do it. Only 150 minutes a week of activity that boosts your heart rate will keep you fit. That\u2019s just 20 minutes or so a day. Very doable!<\/p>\n

This article will give you some ideas for low impact activities you can try. Some you can do at home or on your own without equipment, and others might require that you go to a fitness facility. Try whatever sounds interesting to you and see what you think. (If you have any health conditions or concerns, check with your doctor before beginning a new exercise regimen.)<\/p>\n

Benefits of Exercise for Seniors<\/h2>\n

As you get older, your body changes – joints may stiffen and you may suffer from arthritis or osteoporosis. You may be less physically active without kids around and a job to go to. Adding exercise to your routine brings a lot of benefits. Like:<\/p>\n