Exercise for the Elderly
Information and advice regarding maintaining physical activity as an individual ages to improve overall senior health and physical fitness.
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4 Balance Exercises for Seniors That Help Prevent Falls
Try these simple exercises for seniors to help prevent falls through improved balance, strength, and coordination.
10 CommentsSeniors Can Find Confidence and Flow in Yoga Practice
A regular yoga practice can provide a number of physical and mental benefits to an elderly person. There are many benefits to yoga that make it one of the best exercise regimens for seniors.
2 CommentsAquatic Exercise for the Elderly
Water-based workouts are an excellent form of exercise that is easy on older adults’ backs and joints, but there’s more to water walking and swimming laps than just physical benefits.
3 CommentsFun Exercises to Help Caregivers Stay Healthy
Of all the things a caregiver wants to do, exercise usually falls last on the list. But a workout doesn’t always have to feel like work. Use these tips to make fitness more fun.
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Why don't these doctors that push medications on patients, push a plant-based diet for healing? I've read lots on how to heal and exercise.
20 Answersyankoz Answered Jun 12, 2023Caregivers and my moms decline.
9 AnswersWay2tired Replied Jun 4, 2023Exercise refusal. What can I do to motivate him?
24 AnswersAriadnee Replied Apr 6, 2023How can I help my wheelchair bound mom lose weight?
23 AnswersSample Answered Apr 5, 2023
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514 CommentsNeedHelpWithMom Commented Sep 8, 2023Tai Chi Chih for anyone who wants to practice this.
4 CommentsNeedHelpWithMom Commented Jun 14, 2023Exercises for the sluggish
5 CommentsMargaretMcKen Commented Nov 5, 2022Wife with TBI refuses to do recommend home exercises. Any suggestions?
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