Step 40

Ruthie’s Step 40... So you’re over 50…..
As we age our bodies’ change, our ability to develop strength and power decreases, we gain fat and lose muscle and flexibility. Most of the changes we associate with ageing are more to do with simply becoming less active. There is probably no part of the population that can benefit more from exercising than the over 50s. You are never too old to start!
If you have a medical problem I would suggest that you get your Doctor’s approval before beginning any exercise schedule.
It is best for the over 50 crowd to focus on your mobility and flexibility first before doing the strength exercises. This will help you with maintaining good movement and prevent injuries. Just take it slow folks!
Good exercises for us 50 plus are swimming, yoga, and even golf! Walking is a mainstay! Increase your walking and try to get in 10, 000 steps a day! Just think how you will feel when you see that number climbing. You can gradually build up to it! You can do it! Buy a pedometer to help you keep track.
Myself, I am not real motivated to exercise so I had to do things that I enjoy or figure out ways that I would be faithful to the exercise. I lost a lot of weight with no exercise and when you loose another person… that fit into your skin… I really should have exercise all along. I started with a program that did not encourage exercise but when I join Weight Watchers finally someone was telling me to get moving. I realize it will take awhile to get this body in shape but I am ok with it. Things I do that are motivating for me….
I started an exercise class, a volleyball team and Sweatin to the Oldies exercise class. Since I started it, I pretty well have to do it! This is all free and if any of you live close to me you are welcome to come. Think of something you would like to do, like belly dancing or ballroom dancing.
You can do this. I am!
Keep on keeping on……making better choices for a healthier you!