The series of exercises that experts from Harvard University recommend for people over 50 to reduce the effects of age
These actions are focused on maintaining good health in people who are close to becoming older adults.
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Physical exercise is vital to maintaining a healthy lifestyle in the long term. However, as the years go by, this type of activity can begin to be complicated for older people.
Faced with this, and with the aim of continuing to carry out activities that benefit the well-being of the body, specialists from the Harvard Medical School have revealed a series of special exercises for people over 50 years old that can also help delay the signs of aging.
The best exercises for over 50s
Squats
According to Harvard University research, this exercise, in addition to being one of the most common among people of all ages due to its great benefits, is an excellent way to continue exercising at an older age.
Its execution can help strengthen the legs as well as improve mobility. In the case of those over 50, they can perform this action with the help of a chair to provide extra support.
Heel-to-toe balance
As its name suggests, this exercise focuses on improving balance and stability, two aspects that tend to diminish in older people.
To perform this exercise, also known as "heel toe standing," it is necessary to stand upright and look straight ahead. Then, one foot should be placed in front of the other and the arms extended in a cross position. Additionally, if possible, walking in this position is recommended. This action is part of the training of professional dancers and other athletes, so it is highly effective.
Arm and leg lift
To perform this exercise, it is necessary, in the first instance, to adopt a quadruped position, which consists of placing the knees separated at hip width, with the arms, trunk, and neck aligned.
Then, you have to stretch the right leg to hip level while extending the left arm forward. It is important to maintain the position with both limbs extended before switching to the opposite sides.
For this series of exercises, specialists recommend taking breaks between repetitions to prevent injuries or harm.
*This article has been automatically translated using artificial intelligence
