Boomers need to exercise for function rather than looks: You become less concerned about how you look in swimwear, because it’s more important to be able to take a full flight of stairs quickly, or carry a 40-pound child or a heavy bag of pet food.…Increasing your strength and balance will help prevent falls. Falls are the biggest cause of disability in those 65 and older, with broken hips and traumatic brain injuries topping the list, so it makes good sense to work out for real-life fitness, rather than some imagined cosmetic ideal: thestar/life/health_wellness/2014/08/11/boomers_need_to_exercise_for_function_rather_than_looks.html#
Posted on: Mon, 11 Aug 2014 20:03:05 +0000
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