What activities are suitable for the elderly?

Because of their poor physical fitness, the elderly are not suitable for more intense sports. Of course, there are still many sports suitable for the elderly, which can also play the role and effect of physical exercise, such as Tai Chi, jogging, walking, etc., which are beneficial to the elderly to promote blood circulation and metabolism. The most taboo thing for the elderly is not to exercise. In addition, doing more sports within their ability can also regulate emotions well and maintain an optimistic attitude.

(1) Walking: It is the most suitable exercise for the elderly. Regular walking exercise can regulate the functions of various organs and enhance the strength of waist and leg muscles.

(2) Gymnastics: There are many methods, such as radio gymnastics, health exercises, and medical gymnastics.

(3) Self-massage: General techniques include pushing, rubbing, kneading, pinching, pressing, holding, and rubbing, which can promote blood circulation and improve metabolic function.

(4) Jogging: no more than 30 minutes at a time.

(5) Tai Chi: Suitable for the elderly and the weak, as well as patients with hypertension and coronary heart disease.

(6) Qigong and physical therapy. Exercise should be gradual, and the intensity and amount of exercise should be appropriate. If you feel hot and slightly sweaty during exercise, and feel relaxed and comfortable after exercise, it means that the exercise is appropriate. If you experience dizziness, chest tightness, and palpitations during exercise, and have a loss of appetite, poor sleep, and obvious fatigue after exercise, it means that you are exercising too much and you need to adjust the amount of exercise in time.

(7) Chess, aerobics, fitness dance, Tai Chi, various chess activities, singing, dancing; exercise should be appropriate, regular and planned. The elderly should do morning exercises. Pay attention to walking in the morning to promote the cerebellum. Take a walk 1-2 hours after dinner to help digestion.

The above only introduces a few activities suitable for elderly friends. In fact, there are still many such activities. Elderly friends should be interested in finding sports that suit them and that they like, so that they can better maintain a good mood. In addition, the elderly should also pay attention to dietary adjustments. Improving these will help the elderly live a healthy and happy old age.