Health For Everone Q&A Senior Health Geriatric Fitness

See how elderly people around the world keep fit

Asked by:Boltz

Asked on:Apr 01, 2026 11:35 AM

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    Apr 01, 2026

      1. Barefoot running

      In the UK, barefoot running is the most popular fitness activity for the elderly. Barefoot running is usually done outdoors, mostly on lawns, bicycle paths or country trails with smooth pavement.

      2. Poetry recitation

      In Japan, reciting poetry is regarded as an activity that is both physical and mental. Japanese healthy Experts believe that elderly people who often recite poetry can increase lung capacity, improve memory, and prevent the occurrence of Alzheimer's disease.

      3. Riding a donkey

      Donkeys have become suddenly popular in France in recent years. Many city pet stores sell or rent donkeys, and most of the donkey riders are elderly people going to the countryside for outings. An elder in his 60s said: "Donkeys are honest by nature, have a gentle temper, and walk slowly. elderly It’s especially suitable for a walk! ”

      4. Bubble tank

      More and more elderly Americans are becoming interested in “buoyancy tanks”. “The "floating tank" is made of fiberglass, with a certain concentration of potions and natural aromatics injected into it. When elderly bodybuilders immerse themselves naked in the "floatation box", they are in a "wonderful state" of half floating and half sinking. “After the "float tank" door is closed, the water temperature gradually rises, the fragrance becomes stronger and stronger, and the bodybuilders gradually enter a high-quality deep sleep. “"Float tank" has the effect of lowering blood pressure, softening blood vessels, reducing strokes and preventing heart attacks, and can also prevent and treat a variety of skin disease

      5. Learn to crawl

      Since Dr. Charvo, a Brazilian geriatric treatment expert, founded the "Crawling Club", a "crawling fever" has set off among the elderly in Brazil. Those suffering from cardiovascular disease disease Elderly people with symptoms such as hemorrhoids, digestive disorders, and insomnia have learned to crawl on the floor. Crawling exercise can not only prevent and alleviate more than 20 kinds of geriatric diseases, but also prevents injuries to elderly bodybuilders.