Fitness Over Fifty: An Exercise Guide from the National Institute on Aging

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In 2 volumes

Exercise not only helps you feel better, but it makes doing all those day-to-day tasks easier and more enjoyable. Start exercising today, with Fitness Over Fifty! You don't need to join a gym or buy expensive equipment. Everything you need to begin your own exercise program is right inside this book. Energy, strength, balance, and flexibility are the ingredients that add up to long-lasting vitality and health. With nutrition tips, easy-to-follow exercises, and expert advice, this is the last exercise guide you'll need! Fitness Over Fifty includes: Exercise safety tips; ways to get — and stay — motivated; endurance, flexibility, strength, and balance exercises; nutrition and healthy eating tips; and more!

Table of Contents
Introduction
What Can Exercise Do for Me?
Is it Safe for Me to Exercise?
How to Keep Going
Sample Exercises
How Am I Doing?
What Should I Eat?
Appendix: Target Heart Rate, Exercise Plan, Resources