Spring Training!

There is no greater feeling than to go out and hit the streets getting in a good jog in the morning to wake you up. If running is not your thing and just taking a good long walk is more your cup of tea then kudos to you too. Allow me to briefly expound on the benefits of adding the American College of Sports Medicines recommended 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise into your routine everyday. 

                  Older persons adopting an aerobic exercise training program can actually benefit from the same 10%-30% increase in VO2 Max (measure of cardiovascular fitness) as their younger counterparts. This leads to greater heart health. Lack of exercise is another contributor to muscle loss and muscle weakness, which could lead to falls, fractures or other injuries.  Did you know that older individuals could experience a 2-3 fold strength increase in as little as 3-4 months into a strength training program?

Benefits to starting a new exercise program are all positive, and include; lowering the risk for cardiovascular disease, lowering blood pressure, healthy body composition changes, increased energy, better sleeping habits, decreased back pain, increased bone density, and improving insulin sensitivity.

Remember to always consult your physician before beginning a training program. And if you have any injuries it’s always best to get them looked at sooner rather than later.

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