Running  for Elderly Fitness

Physical fitness is something all of us should aspire to accomplish regardless of our age. After all, it is a major factor in living a full life. Luckily, many seniors have already taken it upon themselves to rise up to meet this challenge.

 

Many people our age continue to engage in sports and fitness training programs. However, we cannot but recommend that you all give running a try. Studies have shown that it is one of the best ways to reinvigorate the body during its golden years, effectively slowing the hands of time.

 

This article presents a few things you need to know about running for elderly fitness.

Getting the Doctor’s Advice

Of course, like in any other sports activity, we recommend that you give your doctor a visit first. This is so that they can assess your current physical condition and give you advice on how to do exercise properly.

After all, some of us may be deemed ineligible for this particular activity because of our various health conditions. So, once you get the doctor’s approval, you will be good to go.

 

Important Running Tips

  • Pace Yourself – If you are just getting back to exercise, then we advise that you take things slow, at least at first. You can start by brisk walking for a couple of days before you start actual running. This is so that you can better gauge the state of your stamina and endurance.  Of course, the same principle applies for all running sessions as your body needs plenty of time to get warmed up.
  • Stretch Properly – As you may well know, the elasticity of our muscles slowly decline over time. That is why seniors need to take extra care and do the proper stretching routines before starting a running session. This should help you avoid any muscle strains.
  • Stay Hydrated – Keeping your hydration levels up should always be a priority before, during, and after the run. Remember that running can be rather strenuous and you will surely be sweating a lot. So, take care to replace your lost fluids.

These are just a few things all seniors should keep in mind if they ever decide to take up running. All these tips are designed to help you avoid any mishaps or other untoward incidents. After all, safety should always be your number one priority when it comes to pursuing elderly physical fitness.