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As we begin to age, we have a tendency to become less and less mobile. However, that is not how it should be. It is important for older folks to continue to be mobile to remain healthy and active. Although the saying “objects in motion stay in motion and objects at rest stay at rest” seems cliché, it is true. The more seniors move, the easier it will be for them to continue moving. So, seniors should make sure they do something active every day. It can be something as simple as a walk around the block; it does not need to be strenuous. The important factor is to get out and do something. Following are some ways elderly people can make sure they remain mobile and active.

Take a walk

Walking is perhaps the easiest way for a senior to stay active. If a senior is just starting a new regimen, it is important to start slowly. A trip around the block is a sufficient for staying mobile. Seniors who are interested in additional activity can take a few trips around the block. Walking will help keep a senior’s cardiovascular and pulmonary systems working well, too.

Gardening

Maintaining a small garden is a great way for seniors to remain active. Tending to flowers or fruits and vegetables requires a certain amount of calisthenic activity such as squatting and reaching. So, it is a great activity for seniors who want to remain strong and limber. Seniors who grow fruits and vegetables can also reap the benefits of adding these healthy foods into their diets.

Senior activity classes

Many park districts and other local organizations offer activity and sports classes that are age-appropriate for senior citizens. There is usually a large selection of these classes, so it should be easy for a senior to find one to suit his or her tastes. The activities in this classes are generally geared toward the fitness level of the participants, so seniors should be able to participate without any difficulty. These classes also provide a great opportunity for seniors to socialize with other elderly people in the area.

Water aerobics

Often, some activities involve too much impact for some seniors to be able to participate in them safely. In cases such as these, water aerobics is the perfect solution. This type of exercise enables older people to get in their physical activity while still protecting their joints.

Seniors who remain mobile and active live healthier and more productive lives. Help the senior citizens in your life remain mobile, healthy and happy by assisting them with the activities they can no longer do independently; both you and they will be better for it.


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