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Physical Fitness For Older Adults Physical fitness for older adults is very important. Many older Americans think twice before adopting an exercising schedule. Most of the older adults believe in the fact that exercising at this age is not safe, but this is absolutely untrue. The reality is that exercise not only makes you physically fit but also makes you look younger than your age. Sedentary lifestyle and inactivity makes you weak in three areas: Strength, flexibility, stamina. By working out regularly with strength, stretching and endurance exercises, you can easily overcome your weakness. Benefits Of Exercises Strength Exercises Strength training is really important for the physical fitness for older adults as it helps to tone your muscles, increase your metabolism and keeps your weight under control. The main function of the strength exercise is to build muscle and increase metabolism. You can practice these exercises 2 times a week. Start by lifting light weight 6-8 times and increase the capacity according to your stamina. Stretching Exercises These exercises ensure you freedom of movement and increase your flexibility, which will increase the levels of physical fitness for older adults. Stretching exercises should be performed not more than twice a week. Endurance Exercises Spend 30 minutes thrice a week for endurance exercises such as walking, jogging, swimming and cycling. They help in increasing your breathing and heart rate which helps your lungs and circulatory system work properly. This is an important factor for the physical fitness for older adults. Exercises have the potential to change your life style by making you healthier and happier than ever before. These exercises prepare you, for your coming future by making you independent. Staying physically active and exercising routinely can help increasing the physical fitness for older adults.They help in preventing many diseases such as blood pressure, diabetes, keeping your weight under control, heart diseases, and osteoporosis Tips For Regular Exercise To Ensure Physical Fitness For Older Adults: Always wear comfortable clothes, as it makes you feel free and you will be able to wok out for longer hours. Early morning is the best time to exercise, as your energy level is high in the morning and you will be able to work out more. Always start your exercise sessions after warm-up exercises. Light stretching exercises are the best way to warm up. If you are suffering from heart diseases, it is better to start your exercise program after consulting your doctor. Always choose exercise program according to your capacity. To enjoy your sessions and to maintain regularity, take your partner along with you. To avoid exhaustion, drink water in between.

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