Are you one of the many seniors out there who knows you should be exercising, but you aren’t sure where to begin? Do the tools of fitness -- exercise bikes, nautilus machines, treadmills, exercise balls and free weights -- intimidate you? Or maybe you find exercise boring? If any of the above apply to you, you are not alone. Although many older people are well aware of the importance of physical fitness, 85% of seniors do not exercise on a regular basis. Many older people don't exercise for the same reason that people of all ages resist physical activity – they think of it as too hard, too boring or they are disappointed by the lack of immediate results.
If you are finding it hard to get moving, a reminder of the benefits should spur you to action. Regular physical activity, in addition to making you look and feel good, lowers your risk for a variety of conditions, including Alzheimer’s and dementia, heart disease, diabetes, colon cancer, high blood pressure, and obesity. In fact, exercise and strength training can help you look and feel younger. According to Miriam Nelson, a Tufts University scientist and specialist in aging, “Biologically, we can reverse the aging process by 15 to 25 years. We can do that by becoming stronger.” Exercise can also help you maintain your mobility and independence. Regular activity helps keep bones and muscles strong, promotes good balance and combats frailty.
To find out if Silver Sneaker Fitness is right for you, ask yourself these questions:
- Have you considered hiring a personal trainer to supervise & encourage you exercise workout
- Can you spend 30 minutes a day, 3 times a week, to improve your quality of life?
- Would you rather exercise in an environment designed especially for women?
- Would encouragement from other women help you reach your fitness goals?
- Have you tried or considered other fitness clubs and just never found one that felt right for you?
- Have you ever wished for a fitness program that was "doable" and fun?
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