Most people think once they have hit a certain age, you no longer need to exercise. This absolutely is not true! Not only will working out make you feel better and give you more energy but it will also help prolong your life!
I’ve noticed over the years that as people age, they seem to want to work out less and less. Either they feel tired, or assume that they don’t have the capabilities that they once did.
But the reality is that you should never let growing older keep you on the couch. In fact, it’s more important than ever that you get regular exercise as you age. In fact, the CDC recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week for those over 65.
The good news is that you can break that down however you like – 15 minutes here, a half-hour there. And with plenty of different activities to choose from like walking, swimming, and more, you have a wide range of ways that you can exercise. When all else fails I say put on your favorite song and just dance baby all night long!
Bowling
Great! Join a bowling club to stay active if you haven’t already and branch out from there for variety.
I’ve recently regained a huge amount weight back, which is depressing AND EMBARRASSING !! 🙁 I’m trying to make myself start exercising again AND I LOVE TO DANCE so, thanks for the tip, who knows dancing may be just the thing to help get back into an exercise routine. THANKS WENDY! By the way, U look Fabulous!
Thank you for your support. Living in WV I don’t get much encouragement. I have jogged, Zumba and/or lifted weights regularly since 1980. I am in good shape and weigh what I am suppose to weigh. But as a 67 year old Black woman, I don’t see women that look like me at the gym. I am the only woman of color that I see working out on a regular basis. So again, thank you for the uplifting article. Also, for your excellent book. God will continue to bless you.
Your welcome Gloria. You Rock! Keep up the good work! 🙂
Thanks Paula! Dancing is the bomb I tell you. Go for it! That is part of how I stay active AND interested in keeping in shape.
Hi Wendy. Thank you for your loving and encouraging newsletter. I will be 44 next month and I’m as heavy as I’ve ever been. I’m 5,7 and weigh 185lbs. I work on the computer all day, I’m a single mom and need to care for 3 kids ( I actually have 4 – my oldest is off to college) and well, it’s very hard to find the energy to exercise. I can find the time, maybe 30 minutes a day. Do you recommend I start slow (walking, yoga..) or jump right in? (running, weights, etc?) I love dancing…maybe I should start with that 🙂 Plus it energized my soul!
Nayyan I always recommend you start out slowly. But now if you love dancing like I do, start there and alternate it with walking. It totally energizes my soul too! You can do it! Let me know if I can assist you at any time with some of my programs too.
Thanks for your reply, Wendy 🙂 Yes, what program would you recommend to create lean muscle? And, should I loose the weight first and then tighten? Thank you!! xoxo
Its important that you do it all at the same time Nayyan. One of my premium programs actually targets that very thing. If you are ready to do that send me your email and contact info with best time to reach you and state and I will tell you how you can get started. Send me an email at info@wendyida.com. If you are outside the country include your skype name.