Being healthy can improve your quality of life as you get older. Sometimes injuries, or pain, can get in the way of staying in shape as you get older. Being a senior citizen doesn't have to keep you from staying active. Not only that, staying active comes complete with its own benefits.
1. Aerobics a good form of cardio that keeps your heart and lungs healthy.
2. Walking helps to keep your weight down and lower your risk of stroke and diabetes.
3. Biking has the same benefits as walking, but is low impact and reduces stress on the joints. It also helps to prevent osteoporosis.
4. Dancing prevents heart disease. It also increases balance and flexibility, giving you better stability and fewer injuries
5. Strength training with resistance bands is excellent if you're trying to build muscle without too much stress on your joints. Their low weight makes them easier to carry than dumbbells and will give you similar result.
6. Water Aerobics is a good way to have a full body, low impact workout. It's easy on your joints and good for your heart.
7. Yoga will help you sleep better, increase your mood, and help ease lower back pain.
8. Wall snow angels are super easy and will help ease that tightness in your chest.
9. Chair squats are also super easy, and can be done at home.
10. Neck turns will help to keep the muscles in your neck from becoming too stiff.
Getting older shouldn't keep you from staying in shape. If you have apprehensions about working out, or are unsure of where to start, consult a personal trainer. They can help you with a workout plan that is perfect for you.