Health & Wellbeing
Keeping fit and healthy is important whatever your age; but as we get older, high intensity exercise regimes are not as beneficial or easy to maintain. Low resistance exercise and high protein foods such as meat, fish, eggs, cheese and milk have actually been proven to be more effective in reducing muscle wastage for active senior citizens.
Looking after your Body
So the rule is to generally stick to healthy meals and moderate, regular exercise. You will look and feel better and soon find you actually have more energy. Home exercise equipment can take a lot of the hassle out of keeping fit. You can go at your own pace, any time of day and can even settle down in front of the telly. Rain or shine, you don’t have to use weather as an excuse any more for not keeping active.
It doesn’t have to be a major change in lifestyle either. Try making a list of all the active things you enjoy and plan to do at least one of them every day. It could be a gentle stroll, a swim, or game of golf - whatever you feel like doing. You could even learn some relaxation techniques.
Keeping Positive about Exercise
Staying healthy is also about your mental attitude. There are lots of simple things that will help. Just keeping busy and occupied is important - get out and mix with others whose company you enjoy. And don’t be afraid to pay compliments to others. You’ll find you soon start getting them back.
Learning to handle stress and facing challenges will do wonders for your self-confidence and make you feel good about yourself. It’s a good idea to make a list of your positive qualities - you’ll be surprised at how long it is - and give yourself the occasional pat on the back. Break large tasks down into smaller manageable chunks and don’t let little things bother you.
Maintaining Health & Comfort
If you are concerned about health issues like blood pressure, there are a number of testers available to provide a quick reference (although it is always recommended that you visit your doctor regularly and should only use home blood pressure testers as an indication). Back supports also provide welcome relief from back pain, allowing you to go about your everyday routine free from nagging twinges. Combined, these types of home healthcare solutions provide a reassurance and comfort that can really revitalise your daily life.
Above all, take an interest in what’s going on around you and don’t lose your sense of humour. Laughter is still the best medicine of all.
