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2. Should you stretch before exercise? After? Never? Here ... - AOL

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   Then, over the years, we were told it was better to stretch after exercise. Stretching can help make you more flexible, improve range of motion in your joints — and feel good.

3. A secret to longevity: mobility. Here are 5 simple stretches ...

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   Whether it's getting up to use the bathroom or doing a full-on exercise routine, you're moving all day. But as you get older, it's easy to develop little aches and pains that get in the way of ...

4. 10 Bodyweight Exercises for Seniors To Rebuild Strength ... - AOL

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   Consult with a healthcare professional before beginning any new exercise program—especially if you have existing health conditions or concerns. Keep reading for the 10 best bodyweight exercises ...

5. Warming up - Wikipedia

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   A warm-up generally consists of a gradual increase in intensity in physical activity (a "pulse raiser"), joint mobility exercise, and stretching, followed by the activity. For example, before running or playing an intensive sport, athletes might slowly jog to warm their muscles and increase their heart rate.

6. Stretching - Wikipedia

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   Although static stretching is part of some warm-up routines, pre-exercise static stretching usually reduces an individual's overall muscular strength and maximal performance, regardless of an individual's age, sex, or training status. [8] For this reason, an active dynamic warm-up is recommended before exercise in place of static stretching.

7. This low-impact workout can help seniors regain their strength

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   “My favorite exercise to recommend for older individuals is swimming,” Dr. Tallia says. “This combines many of the benefits of low-impact highly aerobic exercise with stretching and movement ...

8. Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans - Wikipedia

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   Vigorous activities are those such as aerobic dance, biking faster than 10 miles per hour, heavy gardening, race walking, jogging, or running, and swimming fast or swimming laps. Muscle-strengthening activities should include all of the major muscle groups, such as legs, hips, back, chest, stomach, shoulders, and arms.

9. Denise Austin Reveals ‘Number 1’ Move for Staying ‘Flexible ...

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   Denise Austin shares her “number one” stretch for women over 50 with Prevention.. The fitness pro says that focusing on your hamstrings is the key to staying “healthy and flexible.”