Try a Home Exercise Routine
- Adults aged 65 years and older should accumulate at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic physical activity per week in bouts of 10 minutes or more.
- Plus, it is beneficial to add muscle and bone strengthening activities, like exercising with bands, at least 2 days per week.
Everyday Exercises for Older Adults
- Check with your healthcare provider before you start a new exercise program.
- Wear comfortable, supportive footwear.
- Use a firm, stable chair for support.
- Start with 5 repetitions of each exercise. Add 1 or 2 everyday until you reach 15 repetitions.
- Be aware that muscle soreness after exercise is normal.
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