Fitness Program for the Over 60s

As we get older our bodies tend to break down, our joints get stiff, and our muscles are in danger of atrophy through lack of use. Fortunately our walking groups do much to help overcome the danger of becoming sedentary, as do our tai-chi and dancing classes—not to mention some very effective lobbying by Joan Vaughn-Taylor who has made it possible for the older among us to swim free of charge in the Blue Mountains swimming pools.

So with all this talent available why was it left to our scrap-booking tutor to come up with a stress-free fitness program for the elderly?

This afternoon I received an e-mail from Joan Manna with this very sensible routine for those of us who need a little help to get our bodies moving.

Remember to take it easy at first; you can increase the speed as you become more proficient. If you find it too strenuous don't be too proud to stop. That ticker of yours has been beating away for a long time now and we don't want to cause it any problems.

Finally, always consult your doctor before starting any exercise program.

Here's the routine.

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NOW SCROLL UP That's enough for the first day. Great job! Have a chocolate.