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I also am over 60 and was advised as to the correct exercises and how long to do them by my physician - taking into consideration my physical fitness as well as my age. Unfortunately, some clubs, spas etc. tend to deal with younger people that are in great physical condition and do not really have programs for us older folks (many claim that they do - but beware).

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There are four main types of exercise and seniors need some of each:

1. Endurance activities - like walking, swimming, or riding a bike - which build "staying power" and improve the health of the heart and circulatory system
2. Strengthening exercises which build muscle tissue and reduce age-related muscle loss
3. Stretching exercises to keep the body limber and flexible
4. Balance exercises to reduce the chances of a fall

If your goal is weight loss and you are in your 60s or 70s, you cannot exercise in the same way as a 25-year-old. The body and needs of seniors are different from much younger individuals. The most significant difference is the lack of muscle mass non-exercising seniors experience simply due to having aged.


Exercise for Seniors to Lose Weight http://www.ehow.com/way_5588605_exercise-seniors-lose-weight.html#ixzz1KjkvIdsK

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I lost 50lbs using a product called oxyelite pro, works great still losing weight, i should tell you i was 270 now im down to 220 you can find it at gnc or online

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