Sports aids: how older people can exercise more easily Balance training Falls tend to happen more often with age: according to statistics, a third of people over 65 fall at least once a year. For people living in nursing homes,…
Sports aids: how older people can exercise more easily Muscle training Strength decreases with age if we do nothing: starting at age 30, every person loses up to 1 percent of their muscle mass. At age 80, only half of…
Sports aids: how older people can exercise more easily Flexibility training Not only endurance and strength, but also our flexibility largely determines how well we can perform everyday movements. Those who are flexible walk with more confidence and can see…
Sports aids: how older people can exercise more easily Endurance training After retirement, many people decide to focus more on their fitness. However, those who have not exercised for a while may be hesitant to take up sports again. However,…
Tai Chi Chuan for Seniors Why Tai Chi Chuan is Ideal for Seniors: Health and Inner Balance As we get older, the question of the appropriate form of exercise that promotes both physical and mental health becomes increasingly important. While…
Joint gymnastics for the elderly The physiology of the human body is such that with age, the nutrition of organs and tissues gradually deteriorates, leading to a noticeable decrease in functionality. The musculoskeletal system is also not spared by such…
Why do breathing exercises in old age Irregular and shallow breathing has a negative impact on a person’s health in general. Insufficient oxygen saturation of the blood can lead to deterioration of the functions of the brain and other vital…
Sports for seniors – stay fit and active in old age Being healthy and fit in old age – isn’t that what we all want? There is currently some positive momentum around the world regarding the willingness of older people…
7 types of workouts for seniors and which to avoid! Exercise and nutrition are essential parts of a healthy lifestyle throughout life, and as we age, our needs continually change. A growing body of research shows that regular exercise is…
Therapeutic exercise for the elderly – how to do it at home Therapeutic exercise for the elderly after 60: basics and benefits Therapeutic exercise is a set of exercises aimed at treating and preventing diseases. They also contribute to the…