How to Get Started Exercising at age 50. By Bob Condor. October 27, 2005. If you are in your late 50’s and have not been active for some time, starting an exercise program may seem like a daunting task.Which kind of exercise should you perform after 50 or 60 years? How often should you exercise? Should you worry? Exercise is a important part of our health as you grow older. Exercise can slow down chronic illnesses, improve mental health, help control weight, and prevent falls.Which kind of exercise should you do after 50 years? The best type for you depends on your level of experience and physical health. It is very common to lose the desire to exercise after 50 years. If you have children, you have a very busy schedule and you do not really have time to hit the gym or go on a long walk. But that doesn’t mean you need to give up and accept your sedentary lifestyle with excess weight and respiratory problems. You can still be strong even if you have a 50-year-old flexible knee when bending or can only walk a few hundred feet before needing a break.
How to improve our health at 50
1.After 50 years, a healthy exercise program can improve stamina, strength, balance and endurance. we can also help lower risk of high-rise blood pressure, heart disease, 2 type diabetes, certain cancers and other age-related position.
2.Although regular exercise is important for everyone, older adults should talk to their doctor before starting an exercise program. Ask about any possible health risks or limitations and whether you should see a physiotherapist for guidance.
Which kind of exercise should you do after age 50?
The Ministry of Health and Human Services suggest that adults get at least 150 minutes per week of average exercise such as brisk walking or swimming (or 75 minutes per week of strenuous activity). Each week, you should try to include a combination of the following:
Strength training exercises such as lifting weights or using stretch belts at least twice a week. This can help improve bone health and prevent falls.
Moderate exercise such as standing on one leg or stepping on one side of the two steps (1 to 2 inches), twice a day. These tests can prevent falls.
Flexible training such as yoga or stretching once a day to maintain a range of motion in your body parts.
