Doing Flexibility Exercises are So Important As You Age Flexibility helps you age well. we all know what happens when even the best-laid plans are put off until the end—they seldom happen. Yes, you go into daily exercises and, with an intention of stretching, “after your workout,” but then it turns into, “I’ll stretch when […]
Flexibility in Older Adults Flexibility Stretches for Older Adults. As we age, we may find it more difficult to be as flexible and mobile as we once were. Consequently, this is due to a variety of reasons: natural wear and tear on the body over time. Also, changes in our hormone levels, and joint health […]
What Is Arthritis? The Best Exercises for Arthritis. Arthritis refers to joint inflammation or degeneration. The condition can lead to swelling, pain, and stiffness of the affected joints or joint structures, like ligaments or tendons. And a person may also find it challenging to move the joints where arthritis is located. National Institute of Arthritis and […]
What Muscles Will You Be Targeting Lower Body Strength. To stretch and strengthen your hips, you’ll want to target: The gluteus maximus, the main extensor muscle of the hip And gluteus medius, the main muscle on the side of the hip Lower Body Strength. Essentially, you’ll be strengthening and stretching the back and sides of the hips. […]
Falling After Waking Up. Every year thousands of people over 65 years fall, and some 20% are fatal. As a result, a large number of falls happen in the house. In this case, many fall after waking up and getting out of bed to use the bathroom. Also, first thing in the morning. So then, […]