3. 1. There’s no point to exercising. I’m going to get
old anyway.
2. Elderly people shouldn’t exercise. They
should save their strength and rest.
3. Exercise puts me at risk of falling down.
4. It’s too late. I’m already too old to start
exercising.
5. I’m disabled. I can’t exercise sitting down.
4. Exercise helps seniors maintain or lose weight
Exercise reduces the impact of illness and
chronic disease
Exercise enhances mobility, flexibility, and
balance in seniors
5.
6. Exercise improves your sleep.
Exercise boosts mood and self-confidence.
Exercise is good for the brain!
7.
8. 1. Get medical clearance
2. Consider health concerns
3. Start slow
4. Recognize problems
9. 1st Building Block: Cardio Endurance Exercise
2nd Building Block: Strength Training
3rd Building Block: Flexibility
4th Building Block: Balance
