Safe summer exercise for older adults with chronic conditions: How to be ‘mindful’ of your body’s needs
Exercise is vital for older adults. According to a research article, Move more, age well: prescribing physical activity for older adults in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ), it can help encourage functional independence, help manage or prevent chronic conditions and keep people healthier longer.
“I always say to my patients, move it or lose it,” said Dr. Samir Sinha, geriatrician and clinician scientist, who was part of the research.