Benefits of Weight-Bearing Exercise for Older Adults
by Kate Feinberg Robins Exercise for Older Adults
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What is Non-Weight-Bearing Exercise?Any exercise where most of your weight is supported by water, the floor, a bicycle, or other apparatus is non-weight-bearing exercise. This includes swimming, Pilates, and cycling. Non-weight-bearing exercise brings lower risk of injury (excluding environmental factors such as traffic). This kind of exercise is appropriate for recovering from injury or illness. It’s highly effective in keeping your muscles toned and aligned to avoid injury. For many of us, swimming and cycling are also great fun! |
Active individuals over 60 can be stronger and healthier than inactive people under 40. We just have to keep moving, both on our feet and off! |
Source: “How can exercise training benefit older adults?” From Practical Guide to Exercise Physiology-2nd Edition by Robert Murray & W. Larry Kenney. Human Kinetics. |
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