Working Caregiver- Exercise and Fitness
Tips for Older Adults staying fit and healthy
Fitness for Aging Seniors
Senior Fitness is at the top of the list at our home care agency in St. Louis . Setting goals to stay in shape as we get older and staying committed to them can create a challenge. If you are an older adult planning on a healthier year, then it is imperative that you stick to your fitness goals. Here are some ways to help you:
1. Eliminate obsessing over your weight - while an occasional weigh-in is okay, do not step on the scale daily. It takes time to make progress, and it is important to remember muscle weighs more than fat. If you spend too much time watching the scale, unless you see the exact numbers you are hoping for, you will become discouraged
2. Food and fitness go hand-in-hand. In order to improve your health, improve your nutrition as well
3. Fitness goals take time - but start
slow and ease into a moderate fitness routine.
4. Setup a fitness program - schedule and attend a certain number of weekly classes, or talk to a personal trainer who works with seniors
5. Keep a fitness diary - a visual can help say motivated as you track your progress
6. Online resources can help you can find examples of fitness programs, recipe ideas and more to help you with your new lifestyle
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