Why exercises are medicines for old population (1)
Why exercises are medicines for the old population? www.PTcares.com More and more evidences support using the specific exercises for certain conditions. In this article, we will discuss why and how you can benefit from exercises and avoid falling and injuries. Did you know that older adults will compose of 20% of US population according to an estimation by US Census Bureau? Yes, when you walk on the street, one of every 5 people you are greeting will be above 65 years old. What does that information mean to me? As a health provider, I will expect to see more old adults every day. This article serves as an educational method for me to help you understand the importance of exercises. We are currently surrounded by technologies for better quality of life, but at the same time we slow developed sedentary behavior in the last decade. With detrimental effects of aging, increased waking time in a sitting position. This type of life habit will lead to problems for cardio-metabolic im