Mobility & Fitness

The Link Between Your Walking Pace and Aging Well

Sep 22, 2017 · UHN · Mobility & Fitness

Walking may seem like a pretty simple activity. But, several different parts of your body are involved, like your heart, lungs, nerves, muscles and bones. So, your walking pace may slow if you’re having a problem in one or more of these parts of the body. Experts are finding it’s … Read More

Reap the Benefits of Resistance Training

Sep 22, 2017 · Kate Brophy · Mobility & Fitness

Losing muscle mass is a part of aging, with most people losing around 30 percent of their muscle strength by about age 70. But such a dramatic loss isn’t inevitable. Muscular atrophy is one of the body’s age-related changes that can be slowed or at least minimized over time—and that’s … Read More

From the Editor: Resistance Isn’t Futile…

Sep 22, 2017 · UHN · Mobility & Fitness

Exercise is one of the best methods available to you when it comes to helping to prevent poor health as you age. Despite this, research suggests that older adults spend almost 60 percent of their time in sedentary behaviors—and this sedentary lifestyle is associated with an increased risk for weight … Read More

Newsbriefs: Tai Chi; Prostate Cancer; Advance Directive; Dementia Risk

Sep 22, 2017 · Kate Brophy · Mobility & Fitness

Tai Chi Reduces Falls A new study review indicates that the ancient Chinese martial art tai chi may help reduce the risk of falls among older adults. Researchers writing in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, July 24, looked at 10 randomized controlled trials whose participants, age 56 to … Read More

Appendix II: Resources

Aug 30, 2017 · UHN · Mobility & Fitness

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 6300 N. River Road Rosemont, IL 60018 847-823-7186 www.aaos.org American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 9700 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 200 Rosemont, IL 600185701 847-737-6000 www.aapmr.org American College of Sports Medicine 401 West Michigan Street Indianapolis, IN 46202-3233 317-637-9200 www.acsm.org American Council on … Read More

Appendix I: Glossary

Aug 30, 2017 · UHN · Mobility & Fitness

abdominals (abs): the muscles that support the area of the body between the chest and the pelvis aerobic exercise: physical activity that increases the intake of oxygen and improves the cardiovascular and respiratory systems balance: the even distribution of weight that enables a person to remain upright and steady; also … Read More

5. The Workbook

Aug 30, 2017 · UHN · Mobility & Fitness

Now it is time to utilize the 50 exercises described here to improve your core fitness. Follow these guidelines: Know your colors: Each section—strength (blue), flexibility (green), and balance (yellow)—has four sample programs that mix and match the various exercises in those sections to offer a well-rounded routine designed to … Read More

4. Easy Exercises

Aug 30, 2017 · UHN · Mobility & Fitness

Now that you have learned about your core, how it works, and why it’s so important in maintaining optimal health, mobility, and wellness, it’s time to learn the exercises that will help to strengthen and manage your core fitness. The 50 exercises that make up Easy Exercises for Core Fitness … Read More

3. Preventing Injuries

Aug 30, 2017 · UHN · Mobility & Fitness

A risk-reward factor exists between exercise and injuries, but the rewards are far greater than the risks. They range from short-term benefits like feeling better immediately after an exercise session and helping in weight control to long-term gains, such as improved quality of life and longer life expectancy. The risk … Read More

2. Getting Ready

Aug 30, 2017 · UHN · Mobility & Fitness

Before you begin, you should be aware of guidelines that will make your workouts productive and safe. The suggestions that follow come from weight training experts, hospitals, universities, and organizations, including the American College of Sports Medicine. Get the approval of your doctor before beginning an exercise program. Among the … Read More