At 77 years old, how much exercise can I do?

Awesome! WE have to keep moving and keep on keeping on. I have friends that are younger but much less physically fit. It would be good for them to exercise, lose weight, and be careful with food intake. But, what do you do? I try to set a good example but have bee reluctant to say anything to them about it. One buddy has come to the YMCA with me but only occasionally. He was a wrestler so has a background in athletics. I find it fun to do my best in cardio, body pump, and strength classes. The forty year olds are not easy to keep up with. On Mondays, my wife and I do the EGym, Foreverwell group class, and swim 40 lengths. Wednesdays and Fridays I do a cardio and body pump and swim 40 lengths. Like you, I am much slower but I feel great after!

I definitely agree with all those who keep moving! I’m 86 and can’t do everything I used to but I lift weights and do a lot of balance exercises. I also do line dancing every week and walk outside when the weather permits. Just go with how you feel but don’t stop moving! Good luck!

I too am 86 in remission for large tumour lymphoma B
I walk 40 minutes five days a week, do gardening and occasional golf, active with grand children feel great . I am sure it is physical activity that keeps me feeling good, built a 10 foot by 10 foot shed this summer including roof
The other half of living well after cancer is a positive attitude

@holdrege
I’m 86 and am a strong believer age is just a number so don’t dwell on it. I don’t think about my age and get irritated when he keeps asking me how old I am. I wish I could go to the gym but in the house I try to take a few minutes out to lift weights, do squats, wall push ups. I don’t like getting on the floor for any exercises. So I agree with you. The object is to keep moving dancing ,walking climb the stairs etc!

@gerrieme
You give me inspiration. I also don’t like telling people how old I am. I don’t think about my age to tell me what I can’t do.

@wmehan

I think telling my age is inspirational. My neighbor is 95. I tell her she should always mention her age so people can see what 95 can look like.She and her husband, who is a couple years older, are active [he is more frail] and very interesting to talk to, know about a variety go subjects and "look with it." Age is only a number. It is generally flattering to be asked my age.

Do what you feel comfortable doing! I'm 83 getting close to 84. Two years ago I started using Trulicity then moved to Ozempic and in 18 months lost 30 kilos 66 pounds. In the last nine months, I have been working out in a gym with the various machines 3 days a week for two hours at a time. No I am also drinking 1 liter of Body Armour with electrolytes afterwards. My rhythms are slow and easy. Trying hard not to do cardio--heart problems but I have not felt this good in a long time.