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What Types of Fitness Exercises Do We Need As We Get Older?

We all get older every day, but it is important to remain fit whatever our age. If you are in your fifties and beyond, you might be wondering what your fitness regimen should be like. There are various types of fitness exercises you can pursue to keep yourself healthy whatever your age, but remember to consult with your Doctor before beginning an exercise regimen to make sure you do not have a medical condition that keeps you from doing the exercises you want. Strength Training Strength training keeps your muscles strong, and builds your bone mass if done correctly. When you are just beginning a strength training regimen, you may want to start gradually, by employing a system that enables you to gradually increase the number of muscle fibres that are being used in the exercise. As you increase the muscle fibres being activated, you’ll be able to warm up all your muscles faster all at once. One method that enables you do this efficiently is by the use of resistance bands to e...