You can improve your fitness at any age. “The stories in this area are actually very dramatic. Even people 100 years old or older can build muscle strength,” says Dr. Edward Phillips, assistant professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School.
What is the best exercise for a 50 year old woman?
Walking, jogging, swimming, and dance exercise are good ones to try. Aerobic exercise works the large muscles in your body, benefitting your cardiovascular system — and your weight. Work up to getting 20 or more minutes per session, 3 or 4 days a week.
How do older women get fit?
- Weight lifting may be the single best way for older women to maintain overall fitness and stop the slow creeping fat gain.
- Walking has consistently been shown to improve cardiovascular fitness, help keep weight under control, and improve mood in those who maintain a regular walking routine.
How fit can I get at 73?
What activities strengthen muscles?
- carrying heavy shopping bags.
- yoga.
- pilates.
- tai chi.
- lifting weights.
- working with resistance bands.
- doing exercises that use your own body weight, such as push-ups and sit-ups.
- heavy gardening, such as digging and shovelling.
