The podcast featuring a geriatrician discusses how and why specific exercises benefit bodies and minds as they age. To complement the information in this video, you can read about how reducing caloric intake can slow the aging process, according to recent medical studies.
For example, she explains why walking is not sufficient as an exercise. And she recasts aging as it affects functionality – the ability to participate in life activities and to engage in daily tasks such as carrying grocery bags into the home.
Additionally, she explained why it is important to increase regularly the amount of weight lifted, pulled or pushed during strength training routines. In the Nutrition and Fitness seciton of Health and Wellness, this video featuring chair exercises that include strength and cardio exercises for seniors is available for your review.
The podcast is about 50 minutes long and includes informational panels to facilitate taking notes.
