FITNESS AND EXERCISE / January 3, 2022

 

HOW YOU CAN STAY ACTIVE AS YOU GET OLDER

 

There are 3 types of physical activity that can help you stay healthy and independent: aerobic activity, muscle-strengthening activity, and balance activity.

If you're just getting started, it's ok to go slow and do what you can. You can build up to more activity over time. Remember, it's never too late to start being active!

Read the PDFs below for more tips.  

     

 

Visit https://health.gov/moveyourway for more tips and videos, as well as an interactive tool to see how you can build more activity into your day!

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6 strategies to live a heart-healthy lifestyle

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