Older Adults FOR - Exercise Right.

FOR. Older Adults An eBook by FOREWORD. ANITA HOBSON-POWELL. As Australians age, maintaining a healthy and happy lifestyle is vital. A simple tool that can encourage healthy ageing is movement and Exercise , and age should not be seen as a barrier for anyone to participate. At ESSA, we see it as our responsibility to enhance the health and well-being of all Australians through the science of Exercise . This includes our Older Adults who may or may not have been active throughout their earlier years. It's never too late to start being active and including movement into your schedule, no matter your age.

Older adults should aim to complete strength training two to three days a week, of 8-10 exercises involving major muscle groups, with a day of rest between workouts. The benefits of strength training include: » Increased lean muscle mass » Preserved/increased bone density and joint health » Increased balance and decreased risk of falls or injury

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