If you maintain a regular workout routine in retirement, you’re setting yourself up for more flexibility and strength, better cardiovascular health, and your emotional and mental health will benefit from exercise as well. However, it’s important to keep in mind that some exercises are better than others when it comes to senior citizens.
While things like yoga, walking, swimming, and light weight training can all be done safely and effectively, there’s one type of exercise in particular that experts recommend you stop doing after the age of 60.
Exercise That’s Not Advised for Seniors
According to a kinesiologist, Justus Ortega, in an article for U.S. News and World Report, running long distances is not a good exercise choice for seniors. Ortega notes that running can lead to falls in seniors, saying, “Injuries take longer to heal in older adults than young adults. By running, you’re exposing yourself to more risk of bone or muscle injury.”
While light jogging might be less strenuous on the body than full-fledged running, be sure to keep distance in mind before lacing up your sneakers. Regardless of what workout program you choose to follow, it’s important to consult your doctor, especially before starting anything new.
Check out our articles on Council of Seniors 365 for other tips on how to stay active and healthy during your retirement.
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