Physical Activity and Healthy Aging.

Elizabeth Eckstrom, Suvi Neukam, Leah Kalin, Jessica Wright

Journal: Clinics in geriatric medicine 2021;36(4):671-683

PMID: 33010902

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Abstract

Healthy aging is the ability to maintain independence, purpose, vitality, and quality of life into old age despite unexpected medical conditions, accidents, and unhelpful social determinants of health. Exercise, or physical activity, is an important component of healthy aging, preventing or mitigating falls, pain, sarcopenia, osteoporosis, and cognitive impairment. A well-balanced exercise program includes daily aerobic, strength, balance, and flexibility components. Most older adults do not meet the currently recommended minutes of regular physical activity weekly. Counseling by health care providers may help older adults improve exercise habits, but it is also important to take advantage of community-based exercise opportunities.

Address: Division of General Internal Medicine & Geriatrics, Department of Medicine, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 Southwest Sam Jackson Park Road, L475, Portland, OR 97239, USA. Electronic address: [email protected].; Division of General Internal Medicine & Geriatrics, Department of Medicine, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 Southwest Sam Jackson Park Road, L475, Portland, OR 97239, USA.

DOI: 10.1016/j.cger.2020.06.009

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MeSH Terms: Accidental Falls, Aged, Aging, Exercise, Healthy Aging, Humans