Physical inactivity is one of the biggest and most common health concerns in today's world, especially among the older set. Those that do not stay active and watch their diet might well be the ones who will dread getting older when those "old" ailments start attacking their health.
It doesn't have to be like that.
It's a fact. You can help yourself as you mature by taking up an exercise program, and specifically, getting involved in some strength training, as well as watch your diet. Don't buy into the notion that because you are getting older you should start taking it easy on yourself. You know, that "I'm getting older" thing so I'm going to start slacking off on my health.
No. This is the absolute worst time for you to start slacking with your health.
There are so many health reasons to start strength training right now. Begin before you start having problems with your digestive system, your back, your bones getting brittle, and so many other problems. You don't want your body to lose its strength, this is when you need it even more than ever.
And exercise isn't enough, you have to consider that diet, too. Exercise alone isn't enough to keep you healthy and young looking. If you don't get the proper nutrition, your body won't be able to handle the exercise you need to have it conducting.
You need a lifestyle change and now is a good time to do that.
Having a sedentary life may increase your chances of getting diabetes, cancer, or heart disease. We all have a chance of getting a disease at any time in our lives, so if we can decrease those chances by a few small changes to our lifestyle, isn't it worth it?
Aren't YOU worth it?
Walking, cycling, stretching, Pilates, yoga, dancing, and other activities all help keep you fit and in shape as you get older, but to keep your muscles strong to help support your bones, you need to take up a strength training regimen. You'll need to start slow and gradual and then build up as your body tells you it can handle it.
There is a secret to growing old gracefully and that is to love who you are, what you do, and to take care of yourself. Because you know that you are the only one who can do that for yourself.
Look forward to the new and improved version of a mature adult; one who is fit, strong, and active.
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