Physical Exercise
Important Considerations
What to ask
Every individual's health are unique, especially when getting older. It is important to have a personalized conversation with your doctor to talk about your specific circumstances.
Type of Exercise
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You should ask which exercises are suitable for your current health conditions
Limitations
Make sure to ask about your limitations to certain activities and exercises. For example, checking any medical history or existing conditions?
Safety
Asking your doctor about exercise safety ensures that you can confidently engage in physical activity tailored to your health needs, preventing potential risks.
References
Coker, & Wolfe, R. R. (2018). Weight Loss Strategies in the Elderly: A Clinical Conundrum. Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.), 26(1), 22–28. https://doi.org/10.1002/oby.21961
Villareal, Chode, S., Parimi, N., Sinacore, D. R., Hilton, T., Armamento-Villareal, R., Napoli, N., Qualls, C., & Shah, K. (2011). Weight Loss, Exercise, or Both and Physical Function in Obese Older Adults. The New England Journal of Medicine, 364(13), 1218–1229. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa1008234