move it!
Aerobi hether they know it or not, most folks age 50 and older are familiar with aerobic exercise. They indulged in it nearly every day while growing up in a world without high-tech gadgets. Aerobic exercise is the sustained rhythmic movement of major muscle groups, ideally for 30 minutes at a time, in pursuits such as swimming, running, bicycling, jumping rope, dancing and brisk walking.
The benefits are many. Exercising regularly helps: • Control weight • Increase stamina • Boost the immune system • Strengthen the heart • Increase good cholesterol (HDL) • Improve mood and well-being • Control blood pressure and diabetes • Prevent osteoporosis and other health problems
Step up to better
health
When shopping or working, park the car farthest from the entrance. Take the stairs, not the elevator.
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When walking to a meeting, take the long route.