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Senior
Fitness Tips
Quick
Steps to Start Your Senior Fitness Plan
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Do you consider yourself a senior and want to get or stay
fit? Fitness at any age for many people is a struggle while
others seem to breeze their way to a healthier body. Trust
me; these people don’t actually just breeze through it.
Everyone from teens to seniors need to think about it and take action
in order to get fit and stay fit.
As we age there are more hurdles for us to jump over in order to get
fit. Our bones are getting weaker, our joints ache more and
our metabolism has slowed way down. I don’t know about you,
but when I hit 40 (which I denied for a whole year) I started noticing
some changes and knew it was time to make some lifestyle changes. If
you are like me and are starting to feel some effects of aging, then
use these tips to get you started. |
Senior
Fitness Tip #1
Know
Your Limits
Before you dive right into any exercise routine, change your eating
habits or any life style changes make sure you know rather you have
limitations. If you are not sure what these may be, check
with your doctor. If you have health risks these may limit
your choices for your workouts and/or your food selections.
Seeing your doctor before starting any exercise is always sound advice
but is not always followed. There is no set age or
circumstance that dictates if/when you should see a doctor before
exercise. However experts suggest you talk to your doctor
before starting a fitness routine if any of the following apply;
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You have had a heart attack. |
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You have heart, liver, kidney or lung
disease. |
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You have asthma, arthritis, osteoporosis or
diabetes. |
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You have pain in your chest, joints or
muscles during physical activity. |
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You have had joint replacement surgery,
have an untreated joint or
muscle injury or persistent symptoms after a joint or muscle injury. |
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You have a loss of balance, dizziness or
loss of consciousness. |
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You are currently taking medication for a
chronic condition. |
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You are pregnant.
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Additionally, if you are just unsure of your health status, consult
with your doctor. In addition to the above, the American College of
Sports Medicine also recommends you see or talk to your doctor if two
or more of the following apply;
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You're
a man older than age 45 or a woman older than age 55. |
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You
have a family history of heart disease before age 55. |
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You
have high blood pressure or high cholesterol. |
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You
smoke or you quit smoking in the past six months. |
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You're
overweight or obese.
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Continue to next page of senior fitness tips.
Helpful Resources for Senior Fitness
National Institute of Health - Senior Fitness and Health
USA.gov - Health for Seniors
Mayo Clinic - Healthy Aging
Healthandage.com - Health and Age
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