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Staying fit in advanced age

Aging Well | Last Active: Apr 20 8:04pm | Replies (139)

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Hi Rod:
One thing to consider - and it may not be your "cup of tea" - is water aerobics. I had surgery on both knees years ago and must be careful. I did some research and learned about water aerobics which provides a thorough workout with less stress on the joints. I have been taking classes via the "Silver Sneakers" program. My medicare senior advantage program provides me free gym membership which includes entry into the Silver Sneakers program. I attend the regular aerobics and my gym offers water aerobics classes. An added benefit is the social aspect. I've met a number of pretty nice older folks who attend regularly. The classes are uplifting and fun! Here is a link to get information: https://www.silversneakers.com/blog/swimming-exercise/ I hope this info is helpful. Keep on truckin'!

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Silver Sneakers is a great program. I did that for a while at our local rehab center. May get back to it this winter. Always saw people I know there.

Hi Arlo, I think you're right about water aerobics. It should need a fantastic exercise. But the scenes I see are waving arms in the water pushing noodles around. It seems to me we should be able to use the water to get around problems that have resulted from our aging and exercise completely, but that's not what I'm seeing.