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Getting older and staying physically active Last updated September 1, 2024 Overview …
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… Physical Activity as You Get Older On this page: Overview Overview It's never too late to start getting active. Being fit is important for everyone. You can … activity Many people are less active as they age. But staying active—or getting active, if you aren't already—has …
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… Fitness: Getting and Staying Active On this page: Health Tools Why … Staying Active Can You Be Physically Active As You Get Older? Preventing Injury and Illness …
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… Physical activity and nutrition for older adults Last updated January 27, 2025 Overview  Eating … safety  People ages 60 and over are at an increased risk of getting food-borne illness. Read about how to make safe food … Physical activity for older adults Getting older and staying physically active Overcoming barriers to being …
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… action. There are many barriers that can get in the way of getting and staying physically active. Assess your readiness to become … Overcoming barriers to being physically active for the older adult Quick tips: Fitting physical activity into your …
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… Fitness: Staying Active When You Have Young Children Actionset … time that you barely have time to breathe, let alone be physically active. Having a young child doesn't leave you … bicycle so that you can take your child (toddler age or older) with you on bike rides. Look carefully into the …
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… Violence can happen to anyone—children, teens, adults, older adults, or people with disabilities. You are not to … sad or frightened. Feelings of guilt may prevent you from getting help. But it's important for you to seek help and … or abuse occur more often or are more severe. Learn more Staying Safe: If You Are in a Violent Relationship Safety …
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Older adults and endurance fitness Last updated March 1, … health benefits by increasing the length of time you’re active or by using more effort. To avoid injury, it’s better … with a friend or in a group can provide social support for staying active. You’re more likely to keep doing your …
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… Diabetes: Caregiving for an Older Adult On this page: Overview Overview … doctor visits, you can help your loved one to: Take an active part in each appointment. Encourage your loved one to … carry you through each day. Get enough sleep. If you aren't getting enough sleep at night, take a nap during the day. …
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… Head Injury, Age 4 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … loss after injury No Memory loss after injury Have you been getting headaches? Yes Headaches No Headaches Have the … headaches been: Getting worse? Headaches are getting worse Staying about the same (not better or worse)? Headaches are …