Exercise to improve quality of your life
Exercise has so much benefits. Some people may think they have to be devoted to do some exercise, but you can exercise by changing your lifestyle choices. Such as using the stair cases instead of using elevator, walking close distance instead of driving, and going for a walk after dinner. Let's find out how to increase your activity level to stay healthy and prevent CAD!
According to the American Heart association, there are two main guide lines of exercise including for overall heart health and lowering blood pressure and cholesterol.
For Overall Cardiovascular Health:
For Lowering Blood Pressure and Cholesterol
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Examples of moderate-intensity activities
Examples of vigorous activities
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Activities for senior
Remember, it is better to do something than nothing. If you enjoy music, dancing would be a great start. You can always walk. Walking is a great exercise for everyone. Below are some video clips that you can watch and do at home.
Wall PushupsStand on One Foot |
Toe StandBack of Leg Stretch |
These are just some simple exercise videos that you can do at home. If you want to learn more about exercises and physical activities, click the button below.
Reference:
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/PhysicalActivity/FitnessBasics/American-Heart-Association-Recommendations-for-Physical-Activity-in-Adults_UCM_307976_Article.jsp
http://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/everyone/measuring/
http://www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/exercise-physical-activity/introduction
Youtube retrieved from:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=751E9kAdkwg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04zZLGcrN5Y
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QT5d4tTXW6U
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guOj99WPZnw
Image retrieved from:
http://lerablog.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/senior-fitness.jpg
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/PhysicalActivity/FitnessBasics/American-Heart-Association-Recommendations-for-Physical-Activity-in-Adults_UCM_307976_Article.jsp
http://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/everyone/measuring/
http://www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/exercise-physical-activity/introduction
Youtube retrieved from:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=751E9kAdkwg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04zZLGcrN5Y
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QT5d4tTXW6U
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guOj99WPZnw
Image retrieved from:
http://lerablog.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/senior-fitness.jpg