Even Moderate Exercise Can Help Keep You Young

This "funny notion" that exercise might be good for you has been around for quite a while now.  It might even catch on. ;)

But, unfortunately, until recently we Seniors haven't got the message.  Or maybe we just haven't bought into it.

After all, we've worked hard all our lives.  Isn't retirement suppose to be time to relax.

Yes it is.

But more and more, I'm happy to say, "relaxing" does NOT equal "inactivity" -- it equals "PLAY!"

And that's good news.

All Ages Can Benefit from Exercise

New studies are being conducted and new information is being released everyday that report the fact that people of all ages and conditions can benefit from exercise and physical activity.

Many of the studies have focused on senior -- which, thanks to the baby boomers, are the fastest growing segment of the population. 

It is being found that staying physically active and exercising regularly can help prevent or delay many diseases and disabilities that we once thought we "just a part of growing old."

Even moderate exercise and physical activity, like that provided by a weekly golf game, can improve the health of seniors.

Don’t Be Afraid to Exercise

Exercise and physical activity are good for you no matter what your age.   Certainly the exercise you choose needs to fit your age and condition -- don't attempt a marathon if you are 70 and have never run a race in your life or attempt to a cross country bike ride as your first "adventure."  But do not be afraid to get out and play a bit.  Light physical activity will not harm harm most people.

In fact, research has shown that the opposite is true: Exercise is generally safe for people of all ages and older adults often hurt their health far more by not exercising than by exercising.

So get out there and play. Enjoy yourself.  It's what you worked for.

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