Mobility And Aging

Science Daily experts note the key to aging gracefully is mobility. When you were a kid, you bounced out of bed in the morning and ran out the door to play with your friends without a care in the world. No aches, no pains, no worries about being able to run, stretch, reach and no worrying about injuries or if you can achieve some level of physical activity. When you were young your bones, ligaments, and muscles were strong and lucid; you were flexible and never worried about falling and breaking a leg or having trouble getting up out of the chair.You can choose to accept the inevitable and deal with it or you can take preventative action to strengthen your body and mind to maintain or even improve your mobility as you age. As always, the choice is yours. 

50 Ways To Improve Your Mobility1. Exercise Every Day Fitness experts report that just 15 minutes per day of exercise will help decrease the mobility issues that go hand in hand with aging. There's no excuse to not go for a walk, bike ride, swim, hike, or tend to your garden or play a round of golf. Figure out something physical you enjoy and get to it!2. Strength Training WebMD reminds us that as we age our muscle naturally breaks down; which weakens the body and decreases mobility. Just 15 minutes 3 times a week of weight training or strength training will counter the aging process and build your body stronger and more agile.3. Daily Stretching read more>..........