HOW TO STAY FIT AFTER FIFTY? By Beena Shah

 

By Beena Shah, Mumbai, India

It’s important to stay fit at every stage of life. Here we see about how we can maintain our health after 50.

(1) Maintain a consistent routine and eat a healthy diet. Incorporate seasonal fruits and green vegetables into your diet to boost your metabolism and keep you healthy.

(2) As you get older, you may feel less thirsty for water, but you must remember to drink adequate water and drink fruit or vegetable juice in a short period of time.

(3) Get enough sleep to improve your mood and maintain your health.

(4) If you have an addiction to anything, such as drinking or smoking, abstain from it so that you can take care of your health.

(5) Join a laughing club to relieve stress and bring pleasant attitudes into your life.

(6) Strength training exercises, such as weightlifting and squats or lunges, should be done daily for 10 to 15 minutes to increase muscle flexibility.

(7) Aerobic exercise keeps weight under control while also keeping the lungs healthy.

(8) Zumba or dancing should be done twice a week if you enjoy it.

(9) Water aerobics, swimming, or cycling will also make you feel fit and agile.

(10) Your body will be more flexible if you undertake yoga and stretching activities twice a week.

(11) Perform modest household chores by yourself. Do your own work without any help.

(12) Read motivational literature that motivate you to act.

(13) Don't ignore even minor health issues; have your eyes and teeth checked once a year.

(14) Develop a morning and evening walking routine. Continue walking by heading to your balcony, veranda, or any garden for a while.