Health For Everone Q&A Senior Health Geriatric Fitness

What's the best way for an elderly person to keep fit?

Asked by:Blum

Asked on:Mar 31, 2026 04:24 AM

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  • Blashfield Blashfield

    Mar 31, 2026

      Fitness and bodybuilding among young people are all the rage, so elderly How to choose the fitness that suits you exercise What about the method?

      There are many forms of bodybuilding exercises for the elderly, and they should be chosen according to their own conditions. Generally speaking, those who like tranquility can choose to walk, practice qigong, Tai Chi, bowling, etc.; those who like liveliness can choose disco dancing, aerobics, croquet, golf, etc.

      Bodybuilding exercises are usually carried out in the morning, but not too early. The elderly should exercise after sunrise. People with cardiovascular disease should exercise in the evening. Each exercise time is between 30 and 60 minutes, not too long. 1~2 times a day is enough. The exercise venue should be flat, safe, and well-ventilated, preferably a park lawn.

      It is best to have someone guide you when exercising, and to do it step by step to avoid sports injuries and deviations in practice. The rhythm of body movements should be relaxed and slow, and rapid rotations and large-scale neck and waist movements should be avoided. Exercise should be consistent and combine work with rest, and pay attention to the amount of exercise.

      The normal symptoms of appropriate exercise are: 1. Ruddy complexion; 2. Sweating slightly; 3. heart rate Speed ​​up but not exceed 120/min; 4. Feel slightly tired after exercise, but can recover after rest and sleep; 5. Appetite increases after consistent exercise, sleep well, and feel comfortable, original disease ease.