Healthy Ageing: Exercise Tips For Middle-Aged And Senior Men
Middle-Aged (50-65 years):
Emphasise strength training to preserve muscle mass and bone density.
Include low-impact exercises like walking or gentle yoga.
Work on flexibility to prevent stiffness and improve range of motion.
Seniors (65+ years):
Aerobic like walking ,water aerobics, dancing to maintains heart rate ,supports mobility and independence.
Focus on exercises that maintain strength and balance like balance exercises, standing on one foot, heel to toe walking to prevent falls and engage stability.
Low-impact activities like swimming or tai chi are beneficial to maintains range of motion, alleviates stiffness.
Stretching to maintain flexibility and joint health.
Inputs By: Dr Shaista Sehar R S- Physiotherapist, Kinder Hospital, Bangalore