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Active Life vs Gym Exercise - What’s Better For Seniors?

This is an increasingly common scenario among seniors, one that generated an important question among researchers. That question is - is planned exercise better or worse than continuous activity throughout the day in seniors?

The BEST Walking Routine For Seniors

We usually associate exercise with strenuous activities like lifting weights or running marathons, but exercise doesn't have to be difficult. Not only are such exercises physically demanding, but they also are not practical for most people.

8 Surprisingly Wonderful Benefits of Cycling for Seniors

It’s a low-impact, safe, and healthy activity that can help seniors remain active. In fact, studies have shown that cycling can slow the aging process! Let’s find out a little more about the many benefits of cycling for seniors. See Also: 4 Aerobic Exercises that Can Help You Shed the Fat Off 1.

These Elastic Bands Are the Best Workout Tool for Seniors

And when you have to maintain the tension throughout each exercise routine, it gets more muscles working and helps you develop coordination and balance. Balance and coordination are extremely important for seniors.

6 YouTube Channels for Seniors Looking to Stay Active

SeniorShape Senior Shape, created by a licensed senior fitness specialist, is dedicated to encouraging active aging at all stages of life.

These Health Mistakes Are Especially Dangerous to Seniors

Forgetting to exercise your brain Our brain may not be a muscle, but much like a muscle, it needs constant training, irrespective of our age.

The Senior Alphabet is Absolutely Hilarious!

The Alphabet For Seniors: A 's for arthritis , B 's the bad back , C 's the chest pains , perhaps car-di-ac? [related_articles] D is for dental decay and decline , E is for eyesight , can't read that top line ! F is for fissures and fluid retention , G is for gas which I'd rather not mention .

6 Useful Tips for Wearing Sneakers for Seniors

In fact, a study found that seniors who wore something other than sneakers had a 30% higher chance of experiencing a fall. So, if you aren't wearing sneakers already, this is a good time to start. Read on to find out the do's and don'ts of wearing sneakers in your 60s.

These Seniors Live Life According to Their Own Rules...

These seniors prove the point in these hilarious photos and just don't care what people think about them.. Why rush? 'When I feel like moving, you can move too.' The whip is a particularly nice touch! Step out of your Zimmer and fight me like a man!

There’s No Age Limit to Start Strength Building Exercises

Here is what the study found and how to start your exercise regimen in your golden years.