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To maintain healthy heartand circulatory system,
reduce risk of heart disease
To improve flexibility, range ofmotion and blood circulation
To help regulate bloodsugar level, prevent
diabetes withaerobic exercise
To lift mood, improve self-esteem,give feeling of
accomplishment
To improve breathing,especially if changesin spine have
reduced
chest capacity
To enhance social relations,feeling of belonging
To maintain balance, improvereflexes and decrease falls
To increase metabolism byincreasing muscle mass withstrength
exercises; mayalso reduce body fat
To keep up physicalabilities and maintainindependence
To increase bone density andprevent osteoporosis
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A mountain of medical evidence shows its important for older
adultsto get plenty of safe, appropriate exercise; the top
reasons:
10 good reasons to exercise
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MCT
Personal Trainer
Source: American Council on Exercise Graphic: Paul Trap
