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From the lens Strength Training for Older People.

  • janeeyre1000 May 17, 2012 @ 12:17 am | delete
    My dad did light dumbbells right up until is last year at almost 87. Even after two broken legs and a broken hip, he still got in the pool for exercise, too!
  • TransplantedSoul Mar 30, 2012 @ 11:41 pm | delete
    You are right that exercise does not need to be strenuous. Consistent and persistent can be wonderful too. This lens gives some good ideas: http://www.squidoo.com/best-thing-to-do-for-your-health
  • goo2eyes Oct 19, 2011 @ 3:58 am | delete
    the bones of old people are brittle. i guess that they should not lift any heavy dumbbells. they might end up with displaced joints.
  • awakeningwellness Sep 14, 2011 @ 7:22 pm | delete
    I walk large dogs everyday which is kind of like walking and bench pressing at the same time but now I am thinking about adding a few weight exercises too.
  • WorkitSmart Aug 31, 2011 @ 8:23 pm | delete
    I always thought if I'm fortunate to be a little ole lady one day, I want to be a healthy little ole lady.

    Dee :)
  • Tipi Jul 14, 2011 @ 8:03 pm | delete
    The benefits of strength training certainly can include living independently and self sufficiently for extended periods of time and that is something we should all be aiming for. Nicely done!
  • AgingIntoDisability Jul 2, 2011 @ 6:30 pm | delete
    Older people can get a lot of benefit from
    muscle building. It keeps them on their feet - use it or lo se it.
  • hysongdesigns Jun 5, 2011 @ 10:15 pm | delete
    nice lens; I didn't know that about it helping bone mass!
  • HomeGym May 27, 2011 @ 7:05 pm | delete
    Great lens anyone at any age can get in shape its just getting started.
  • livefamilylife Apr 23, 2011 @ 12:22 pm | delete
    I like this topic and your lens. I will lensroll it so you will have a link at my Pink fitness equipment page.
  • VickiSims Feb 24, 2011 @ 4:56 pm | delete
    Great information to help seniors stay fit and strong. Blessed by the Healthy Living Seniors neighborhood Squid Angel.
  • davidstillwagon Nov 3, 2010 @ 12:30 pm | delete
    Hi,
    I am so glad that you are recovering from such a serious illness. Exercise is indeed a wonderful thing
    David
  • GospelSmith Nov 2, 2010 @ 12:13 am | delete
    I'm only 57, but on chemo after brain surgery a few months ago. I noticed I was very weak after surgery; started workouts with very little weight -- 30 lbs on most of the machines at the gym. Now I work with 70-100 lbs, always ending with a cool-off with 50 lbs. I feel great.
  • JziE Oct 31, 2010 @ 10:19 am | delete
    everybody needs exercise no matter how old you are :)
  • Irenemaria Oct 31, 2010 @ 5:00 am | delete
    What you are saying in this lens is true. But I also must say that you need to strengthen your mentality first. Old people are not lazy, just very tired.
  • poddys Oct 31, 2010 @ 4:44 am | delete
    Good ideas. It is too easy to just sit back and allow your muscles to degenerate as you get older.
  • MarkUpshaw Oct 21, 2010 @ 9:46 pm | delete
    Great start to your lens or lead in to your blogs. This is an excellent topic that needs attention in many of our lives whether ourselves or our aging parents. I will check out your blogs next.
  • Amooor Aug 16, 2010 @ 7:37 pm | delete
    i think multi joint workout is the best
  • wow Aug 16, 2010 @ 7:36 pm | delete
    multi joint workouts
  • Susan52 Feb 25, 2010 @ 3:24 pm | delete
    Very interesting! I'm off to check out your blog and a couple of other interesting links on this page!
  • skiesgreen Jan 28, 2010 @ 10:07 pm | delete
    Great topic and important one too. 5* and fave
  • davidstillwagon Jan 17, 2010 @ 8:27 pm | delete
    Thanks I really appreciate it !
  • Ladymermaid Jan 17, 2010 @ 2:39 pm | delete
    I love your articles - you really do cover topics that need to be discussed but that rarely are. Thank you once again for sharing :)

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Hi, I'm David Stillwagon. I live in Atlanta with my wife and son. I blog on health and age issues.
I am originally from Uniontown Pa. I have lived in... more »

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