An affliction that plagues many senior citizens is muscle tightness. Most seniors become less and less active as they get older. Inactivity leads to overall joint discomfort. A physio ball gives you an unstable platform on which to stretch. A minimum level of stability needs to be attained before a senior can use a physio ball as a stretching tool.
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An at-home workout using small balls, the kind children use on playgrounds, provides a challenging workout to improve your strength. Isolate various muscle groups with the playground ball, or use a tennis ball to improve your g...
Resistance training helps seniors keep their independence too. The National Academy of Sports Medicine says that seniors should start slow and work up to three sets of eight to 20 repetitions of exercises. Using an exercise bal...
Seniors need to work their strength and balance because these elements decline with age. Core exercises performed on a gym ball will help seniors maintain strength in the muscles responsible for posture, balance and living a fu...
Strength training helps improve balance and the ability to participate in daily activities. An appropriate exercise routine targets the muscles of the entire body. A challenging workout for seniors is easily performed while sea...
Exercise is a key component to good health for people of all ages. Seniors may especially appreciate the benefits of regular exercise as their bodies change with age. Using an exercise ball brings an element of fun and versatil...
