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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As we age, our bodies ability to produce the proteins that the muscles need to grow decreases. When protein production falls, individual muscle cells get smaller. This is why it’s so important for seniors to do strength training. Follow along to this video of sitting strength training exercises for seniors.
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We’re here to tell you all of the important screenings and tests every senior should get and why they are important to you and your health.
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