Making Physical Activity a Part of Carlos' Life
Carlos, 85, has trouble walking and has fallen in the past. Although he can't do 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week because of his health conditions, he is as active as he can be. He gets about 70 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week and follows a personalized strength-training program.
Carlos' Physical Activity Routine
To reduce his risk of falling again, a physical therapist has designed a strength and balance training program just for Carlos. It includes 30 minutes of strength and balance training exercises 3 times a week.
The assisted-living facility where Carlos lives has a garden with walking paths and benches. He has slowly increased his aerobic activity, and is walking these paths about 10 minutes a day. Some days he can walk more than others. He tries to walk a little bit each day because he knows doing some activity is better than none at all.
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
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10 minute brisk walk |
10 minute brisk walk Strength and balance training |
10 minute brisk walk |
10 minute brisk walk Strength and balance training |
10 minute brisk walk |
10 minute brisk walk Strength and balance training |
10 minute brisk walk |
Total: 70 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity + 3 days muscle-strengthening activity & balance training |
- Page last reviewed: November 5, 2008
- Page last updated: November 5, 2008
- Content source: Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
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