How to Exercise Properly for People over 65 Years Old
Start with a light walk., Bump up the pace, so you are JUST BARELY outside your comfort zone., Take a one-minute break., Do some weight-lifting exercise., Do some gentle arm stretches. , Stretch your legs and walk back to your home. , Drink water.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Start with a light walk.
Try to walk outside rather than on a treadmill.
Do this for 5-15 minutes. -
Step 2: Bump up the pace
Continue walking for 3-7 minutes. , Flex your ankles and wrists. , Use one- to five-five pound weights, whichever you feel comfortable with.
Do any kind of weight-lifting exercise you wish, but do no more than ten repetitions. ,,, It's important to stay hydrated during your workout. -
Step 3: so you are JUST BARELY outside your comfort zone.
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Step 4: Take a one-minute break.
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Step 5: Do some weight-lifting exercise.
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Step 6: Do some gentle arm stretches.
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Step 7: Stretch your legs and walk back to your home.
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Step 8: Drink water.
Detailed Guide
Try to walk outside rather than on a treadmill.
Do this for 5-15 minutes.
Continue walking for 3-7 minutes. , Flex your ankles and wrists. , Use one- to five-five pound weights, whichever you feel comfortable with.
Do any kind of weight-lifting exercise you wish, but do no more than ten repetitions. ,,, It's important to stay hydrated during your workout.
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