Walking
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Walking is something we already do and therefore is the easy exercise to add to
your fitness program. Try the 12 week beginner's walking program
recommended by the Mayo Clinic. Then gradually add a fun aerobic exercise.
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Aerobic exercise
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The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) defines aerobic exercise as
"any activity that uses large muscles groups, can be maintained continuously,
and is rhythmic in nature". It is the type that overloads the heart and lungs and
causes them to work harder. For example: aerobic dance, bicycling, cross
country skiing, In-line skating fitness walking, jumping rope, running, stair
climbing, swimming.
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Strength Training
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Strength training has many benefits. One of the primary benefits is to maintain
muscle mass, which decreases significantly with age. More details.
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