As the foundation of our body, a strong core does more than just help with weight management! It improves balance, posture, reduces aches and pains such as the back, and will protect from future injury.
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If you are feeling weaker or more fragile in your older age then it’s time to consider sarcopenia and what you can do about it. Read on in this article to learn more about this disease and the steps you can take to regain some of that lost muscle to lead a healthy and active life.
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Balance is one of those bodily functions that most people take for granted until they no longer have it. It’s something we learn from a young age, but as we get older, our muscles and joints get more stiff which inevitably affects our balance. Here’s a deeper look into the 10 reasons why it is important to maintain balance after the age of 50.
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There are so many incredible benefits that come from walking — plus it’s an easy exercise that can be done anywhere without any equipment. Here’s a look at all the benefits of walking, as well as a 30-minute low impact walking exercise video for seniors.
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After years of treating seniors with back pain, physiotherapist Eric Leckie has learned it’s helpful to determine the main cause of back pain so it can be treated and prevented in the future. Here are some of the top causes of lower back pain amongst seniors.
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If you’re not exercising and strengthening the muscle surrounding the knee joint, it’ll result in a breakdown of cartilage and further wear and tear. Thankfully this can be reversed by starting a knee strengthening program. Here are 10 exercises to get started.
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