Publisher's Synopsis
This book will tell you all what you need to know about staying fit, from age sixty and above with in-depth explanation.After the age of 50, our lean muscle mass starts to shrink by 1 to 2 percent every year. Over time, that muscle loss increases our risk of injury from falls and accidents, and it can seriously reduce our independence. What if you could reclaim your strength, balance, and energy faster than you ever thought possible? What if you had a field-tested approach to exercise that takes only six minutes, twice a day ... and what if you could see dramatic results in just 15 days?In this book, you will learn: -A straightforward, science-based exercise plan that only takes six minutes, twice a day and produces consistent strengthening and mobility improvements.-Three simple bodyweight exercises that effectively target the muscle groups you need to stay active, prevent falls, and remain independent. -How to design workouts at home that don't rely on complicated equipment.-The seven most important strategies for benefiting from regular workouts.-Practical advice and guidance for family members and caregivers helping aging adults with exercise.The exercise program in this book has been tested with thousands of seniors and older adults just like you. It has helped all of them take back parts of their lives they might have lost.It doesn't matter if you're 60 or 100 years old, if your health is perfect or imperfect, or if you're walking miles every day or struggling just to get up from a chair. This book will show you how to transform your body and your life, no matter your current state of health and fitness.
