Exercises the elderly can do at home

I came across some very useful tips on exercises for the elderly and would like to share with you.

There are some simple strength exercises that the elderly can do at home. Each exercise should be done 8 to 10 times for two sets.

Complete all movements in a slow, controlled fashion.
Don't hold your breath.
Stop if you feel pain.
Stretch each muscle after your workout.

PICTURE 1. Wall push-ups.

Place hands flat against the wall.
Slowly lower body to the wall. Push body away from wall to return to starting position.

PICTURE 2. Chair squats.

Begin by sitting in the chair. Lean slightly forward and stand up from the chair. Try not to favor one side or use your hands to help you.

PICTURE 3. Biceps curl.

Hold a weight in each hand with your arms at your sides. Bending your arms at the elbows, lift the weights to your shoulders and then lower them to your sides.

PICTURE 4. Shoulder shrugs.

Hold a weight in each hand with your arms at your side. Shrug your shoulders up toward your ears and then lower them back down.

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