Last week we were joined by Susan Reagan, of St. Lukes Rehab who got our blood pumping after breakfast. Susan coached us through a variety of exercises for healthy aging...for all ages. As Susan puts it we can prevent our “golden years” from becoming “rusty years” through our exercise goals.
GOALS:
GOALS:
Improve - strength, endurance, balance, and coordination, joint health
Lower - blood glucose, blood pressure, bad cholesterol
Increase - bone mass, energy level
Decrease - stress and anxiety
Weight reduction
HOW TO GET STARTED:
(If you have any pre-existing conditions, first consult your Doctor)
Choose an activity you’ll enjoy and stick with.
Start slowly and gradually build up your tolerance.
Get into a routine.
Find a work out buddy.
Always warm up, stretch and cool down.
