5 Ways to Stay Active as a Senior

There are many ways to increase your chances to move your body through space. From shopping basics to beginning classes of dance and martial arts, there are many options for seniors who want to keep moving.

Take the Stairs

The first step to increasing your activity level is to take the stairs. If your knees won’t let you walk up the stairs, that’s fine. Take the elevator or escalator as needed. Then take the stairs back down. Descending stairs helps to strengthen the muscles around the knee and activates the quadriceps and hamstrings.

Park Farther Away

Another easy way to add …read more