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Staying Active

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• Why should I exercise?
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You may be saying, "I'm too old to exercise. I'm bound to fall and break something." Not true! In fact, regular exercise can help keep you healthy and strong. Regular exercise can even help prevent falls.

Perhaps you used to jog, swim, or bike, and now you don't have the stamina you had when you were younger. Or, you may be new to exercise altogether. Either way, there are plenty of things you can do to get and stay in shape.

Why should I exercise?

Read about staying active in our illnesses and disabilities web site section.

• Being active can help you stay independent, so you can keep doing things like dressing yourself and getting around on your own.
• Exercising will help you live a longer, healthier life.
• Exercise can help you feel better and enjoy life more. It also can perk up your mood and help depression, too.
• Being active can help keep you connected to others.

Exercise Ideas

You don't have to join a gym to exercise. Here are some ways to get moving:

• Aerobics
• Biking
• Climbing steps
• Dancing
• Gardening
• Golf
• Hiking
• Household chores
• Carrying groceries or laundry
• Mopping
• Vacuuming
• Washing the car
• Jogging
• Lifting weights or cans
• Pilates
• Playing with children
• Swimming
• Tai Chi
• Tennis
• Walking
• Water aerobics
• Yard work
• Yoga

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