What should be considered for elderly exercises?

I am 69, when I was 67 I started exercising for the first time in my life. It was to help with weight loss.

About 2 1/2 years ago I started riding a bike, at first I could not go more than 10 or 15 minutes, but soon built up to being able to do an hour and not all flat. Now it seems easy. I also started walking, only a mile at first but then I built up to being able to do several miles of mountain hiking.

I joined a gym about 1 1/2 years ago, got a trainer to help me get started. My first time in a gym in my life. At first I did weight lifting, but then added some aerobics. I kept at it. I even go to a yoga class now and then, I think it makes all the others feel better, they are not the worst!

Now I am amazed at what I can do, no Arnold Schwarzenegger but more fit than I ever thought possible. I spent 2 hours at the gym this morning.

My experience tells me that we can all do better. If you don't exercise now you will be surprised what you can do, if you just give it time. I believe the form of exercise is less important than doing it. Find something you like doing well enough to stick to, and safe for your condition.

A couple of words of advice first be patient, progress is slow, but it does begin pretty quickly. Second compare yourself to no one but yourself. The gym or where ever you go will always have people stronger and healthier than you, but look around and there will be those behind you too. Doesn't matter so long as you are getting better.

So go out and do it, you will not regret it!
 

Alligatorob said:
I am 69, when I was 67 I started exercising for the first time in my life. It was to help with weight loss.

About 2 1/2 years ago I started riding a bike, at first I could not go more than 10 or 15 minutes, but soon built up to being able to do an hour and not all flat. Now it seems easy. I also started walking, only a mile at first but then I built up to being able to do several miles of mountain hiking.

I joined a gym about 1 1/2 years ago, got a trainer to help me get started. My first time in a gym in my life. At first I did weight lifting, but then added some aerobics. I kept at it. I even go to a yoga class now and then, I think it makes all the others feel better, they are not the worst!

Now I am amazed at what I can do, no Arnold Schwarzenegger but more fit than I ever thought possible. I spent 2 hours at the gym this morning.

My experience tells me that we can all do better. If you don't exercise now you will be surprised what you can do, if you just give it time. I believe the form of exercise is less important than doing it. Find something you like doing well enough to stick to, and safe for your condition.

A couple of words of advice first be patient, progress is slow, but it does begin pretty quickly. Second compare yourself to no one but yourself. The gym or where ever you go will always have people stronger and healthier than you, but look around and there will be those behind you too. Doesn't matter so long as you are getting better.

So go out and do it, you will not regret it!
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Pinky said:
Welcome, from Toronto @mue1965mue
I enjoy Tai Chi, as it is good for balance. In the past, I've engaged in aerobics classes of varying levels. I also used to walk a lot more than I can manage now.
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I do light Chi Gong, it really helped me heal a back injury, took a long time, 7 years, amazingly completly well, as if brand new, and that was in my late 50's! My husband does Tai Chi.
Its all good, just movng and balance, posture.
 
Oh, almost forgot....
I just met an old time friend...we talked a lot like when we were young...hahahahaha
One of our topics He suggest me to read the book name something..."The Obesity and Weight Loss"
which he will send to me soon...once I receive the book if you prefer to read the book also,
Please feel free to let me know...so I can send the book to you.
Bye, Have a nice day :)
 
mue1965mue said:
3. Swimming or walking in the water
Water Exercises for Seniors Suitable for people with knee osteoarthritis because swimming reduces direct impact on hard surfaces. It helps to train the muscles of all parts of the body and practice systematic breathing. For the elderly who cannot swim You can exercise by walking back and forth in the water to exert more strength on your muscles.
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I found a snorkel very helpful to swimming.
 
mue1965mue said:
For more information....
https://www.cdc.gov/aging/dementia/index.html
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I am not alarmed by the projected increase of dementia because I think it is a sign of success. It means more people living to be old enough to have the problem.

On the other hand, there are many reasons to adopt good health habits. Of course, healthy eating and a good night's sleep and exercise are important. I have finally become more successful at daily meditation and avoiding negative thinking that is toxic to our brains. To a degree avoiding negativity is avoiding unpleasant aspects of life. A luxury of being older and no responsibility beyond being responsible for myself.

I cared for a woman with severe dementia who managed her life very well. The complete opposite from my grandmother who became very difficult. The woman who did so well had memorized bible verses and as soon as something distressed her, she would say a bible verse and calm herself down. She was a great lesson in how to train our own minds to comfort ourselves. She was a delight to be with and it is my goal to be like her.
 
mue1965mue said:
Hi Vida May,
Yes, Now a day, there are several style of snorkel mask for you to choose,
That's make you enjoy diving and snorkeling too.
Have a nice day :)
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5 days a week I start by doing flexibility exercises in a hot tub. When I am warm enough to want to cool down, I move to the swimming pool and do more aerobic exercises with a particular focus on strengthening muscles involving my hips and back. When the weather improves I hope I am more successful at getting myself out for daily walks.

I have found exercising greatly improves how I feel physically and mentally!
 
Vida May said:
I am not alarmed by the projected increase of dementia because I think it is a sign of success. It means more people living to be old enough to have the problem.

On the other hand, there are many reasons to adopt good health habits. Of course, healthy eating and a good night's sleep and exercise are important. I have finally become more successful at daily meditation and avoiding negative thinking that is toxic to our brains. To a degree avoiding negativity is avoiding unpleasant aspects of life. A luxury of being older and no responsibility beyond being responsible for myself.

I cared for a woman with severe dementia who managed her life very well. The complete opposite from my grandmother who became very difficult. The woman who did so well had memorized bible verses and as soon as something distressed her, she would say a bible verse and calm herself down. She was a great lesson in how to train our own minds to comfort ourselves. She was a delight to be with and it is my goal to be like her.
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Wow, You are amazing, Hope you can deal with it smoothly everyday.
 
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