Endurance, Strength, Balance, Flexibility

“Although, your health condition may impact your everyday life, do not let it define who you are.” This booklet contains reliable information from the national government agency, and covers safety issues before starting exercises as well as the four types of exercise — endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility. Like most people, you’ve probably heard that physical activity and exercise are good for you. In fact, being physically active on a regular basis is one of the healthiest things you can do for yourself. Studies have shown that exercise provides many health benefits and that you can gain a lot by staying physically active. Even moderate exercise and physical activity can improve the health of people who are frail or who have diseases that accompany aging. *Being physically active can also help you stay strong and fit enough to keep doing the things you like to do as you get older. Making exercise and physical activity a regular part of your life can improve your health and help you maintain your independence as you age.