Reasons for Seniors to Exercise

It's no secret that our bodies change as we age. Somechanges are obvious, while others are more subtle. Many people agecomfortably and remain active, alert and vibrant while othersexperience the effects of degenerative diseases and lose their abilityto fully participate in life. Here are ten reasons why all seniorsshould participate in regular physical activity:

1) Regular exercise can prolong your life.

2) Exercise strengthens your heart and protects against heart disease.

3) Exercise decreases bone loss associated with aging.

4) Exercise reduces the the effects of chronic diseases like diabetes.

5) Exercise enhances self-esteem.

6) Exercise increases strength and flexibility which are necessary to perform daily functional activities.

7) Exercise helps reduce depression and anxiety which are common amongst the aged.

8) Exercise increases cognition and memory.

9) Exercise increases overall energy levels.

10) Exercise increases metabolism and helps lower body fat.

Andthe list of benefits goes on. The good news is that exercise doesn'thave to be strenuous to be effective. The key for seniors is to justget out and move!