Stay Healthy During Your Senior Years by Exercising 30 Minutes a Day

Exercise is important for people of all ages, but it is especially important for seniors. As we age, our bodies become more susceptible to disease, and it takes a bit more effort to keep health ailments at bay. 

Exercising for 30 minutes each day is a habit that every senior should adopt, whether they live at home or in an independent living community. Even moderate exercise helps with both physical and mental health and can make senior living more enjoyable.

Benefits of Exercising 30 Minutes a Day

Maintaining good physical health can be simple by adopting small habits each day. Whether you live alone or in an assisted living community, incorporating exercise into your life does not have to take up a lot of time or require a lot of investment. 

Simply lifting light weights, walking, swimming, or engaging in another aerobic activity for 30 minutes can do wonders for your health.

Improve Strength

Seniors naturally lose strength in their bones and muscles over time. Without regular exercise, ligaments and joints can become weak too. Seniors who do not make time to exercise are at greater risk of injury, even from regular daily activities. 

Exercising for 30 minutes a day prevents the body from weakening and is the best line of defense against preventable injuries.

Maintain Balance 

Falls are one of the top reasons for senior hospitalization. More often than not, falls are not caused by tripping over objects but by a lack of balance. Seniors who do not exercise may find themselves more wobbly and more prone to falls when walking or standing. 

Exercise not only strengthens muscles, which helps with balance, but it improves reaction time and flexibility, making a fall less likely to occur.

Boosts Mood

One of the greatest benefits of exercising for 30 minutes a day is the impact it has on mood and mental health. Exercising has been proven to release endorphins, which contribute to improved mood, greater motivation, and a decreased risk of developing depression. Health is a holistic effort, and exercise benefits your mind just as much as your body.

Improve Energy Levels

If you’ve ever felt a lack of motivation or energy needed to get through your day, it could be due to a lack of exercise. 

Daily exercise certainly expends energy, so it can seem counterintuitive that it would boost your energy levels. However, seniors who exercise for 30 minutes a day generally experience high energy levels and greater motivation.

Maintain an Active Lifestyle with MorningStar Senior Living

MorningStar takes pride in the reputation we have been nurturing since 2003. We aim to provide the best of what independent and assisted living has to offer. 

We believe in empowering retirees to grow, learn, and find fulfillment in their communities. Contact us today for more information about what we have to offer at MorningStar at Silver Lake.