Today's seniors have a huge stereotype to overcome, mainly that of being thought of as weak or fragile. This is an unfortunate but widely believed misconception. However, I can prove to anyone's satisfaction that this preconceived notion is simply untrue. We can all benefit from recent changes in attitude and advance into our later years as healthy, happy, satisfied individuals. All we have to do is follow some simple and effective strategies to grow strong and vital.
Daily exercise is the single most important thing that you can do to stay healthy and have a high level of endurance as you age. Think of all the sports you played, and all the times you worked out when you were young. Why should anything change just because you've turned 40?
Although you may not have the same strength and endurance that you did 20 years ago, you can still lift weights or go for a run. Your body can still be pushed, enabling you to keep your muscle mass and ensure your body is in good condition. Several forms of endurance training are helpful for healthy aging, but jogging is likely the easiest and most common. It's important to remember, however, that your body isn't what it was when you were younger, and pushing yourself too hard too fast may do harm.
As a result, it's important to start your endurance training slowly. If you run short of breath, or experience any kind of pain, particularly in your chest, it's a sign you're probably running too fast. A good rule of thumb is to increase the distance you run by 10 percent each time you feel you're ready for a new challenge-remember that injuries are not the point of healthy aging. If you're like me and don't like jogging, swimming is a good alternative endurance exercise. Swimming, in my opinion, is a rare form of exercise that is both pleasant and effective-it's high resistance but low impact. Keep in mind that it's still possible to get carried away and push your body too hard.
The best kind of exercise is the one that will rebuild your lung's reserve capacity, not take it away. Dr. Al Sears, MD, has developed an effective program that will help you build up your lung function, even if you've been a smoker in the past. His PACE program stands for Progressively Accelerating Cardiopulmonary Exertion and taps into the principles that will produce amazing results.
Bicycle riding is yet another exercise that can add years of vibrant health to your life. It's a dynamic, intensive workout that can fight any boredom associated with physical training. You can see a lot more of your community and friends, too! Many of the physical activities we associate with youth are really quite appropriate and fun for any age. Whatever your choice, a minimum of 30 minutes a day most days will build endurance and strength.
Remember to set aside one day every week to allow your body to rest and recuperate from your training. With the right dedication, however, you'll feel younger and healthier in just a matter of months.
Daily exercise is the single most important thing that you can do to stay healthy and have a high level of endurance as you age. Think of all the sports you played, and all the times you worked out when you were young. Why should anything change just because you've turned 40?
Although you may not have the same strength and endurance that you did 20 years ago, you can still lift weights or go for a run. Your body can still be pushed, enabling you to keep your muscle mass and ensure your body is in good condition. Several forms of endurance training are helpful for healthy aging, but jogging is likely the easiest and most common. It's important to remember, however, that your body isn't what it was when you were younger, and pushing yourself too hard too fast may do harm.
As a result, it's important to start your endurance training slowly. If you run short of breath, or experience any kind of pain, particularly in your chest, it's a sign you're probably running too fast. A good rule of thumb is to increase the distance you run by 10 percent each time you feel you're ready for a new challenge-remember that injuries are not the point of healthy aging. If you're like me and don't like jogging, swimming is a good alternative endurance exercise. Swimming, in my opinion, is a rare form of exercise that is both pleasant and effective-it's high resistance but low impact. Keep in mind that it's still possible to get carried away and push your body too hard.
The best kind of exercise is the one that will rebuild your lung's reserve capacity, not take it away. Dr. Al Sears, MD, has developed an effective program that will help you build up your lung function, even if you've been a smoker in the past. His PACE program stands for Progressively Accelerating Cardiopulmonary Exertion and taps into the principles that will produce amazing results.
Bicycle riding is yet another exercise that can add years of vibrant health to your life. It's a dynamic, intensive workout that can fight any boredom associated with physical training. You can see a lot more of your community and friends, too! Many of the physical activities we associate with youth are really quite appropriate and fun for any age. Whatever your choice, a minimum of 30 minutes a day most days will build endurance and strength.
Remember to set aside one day every week to allow your body to rest and recuperate from your training. With the right dedication, however, you'll feel younger and healthier in just a matter of months.
About the Author:
Graham McKenzie in an online content syndicator for ground breaking new fitness equipment device that increases an athletes peak performance by an additional 13.8%.
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