Stretching is highly important to do on a regular basis – especially when we get older as we lose our flexibility and our muscles lose strength.
I am not an expert on this by any means, but felt it was necessary to add some information, tips and options both in pictures and video.
Here are some links that have good information and pictures to follow or try. Not everybody will be able to do them – listen to your body. Start doing the ones you can do and work up to the ones that are a bit more difficult or modify them as it works for you.
The important thing is that you try to do a little bit every day consistently – that will get results and you will feel better – mentally, emotionally, spiritually and physically – moving always makes you feel better.
Don’t push yourself – be gentle on yourself – make a point of moving today and every day! You will be glad you did!
Do them individually, as couples, with friends or start a group to encourage, help and support one another!
Have some fun with it!
Stretching Exercises for Seniors – quick info along with pictures
https://www.onemedical.com/blog/exercise-fitness/stretching-exercises-for-seniors/
13 Simple yet Effective Stretches for Seniors: Improve Mobility – quick information
https://www.setforset.com/blogs/news/stretches-for-seniors
Regaining Flexibility After 60 – A Step by Step Guide
https://morelifehealth.com/articles/regaining-flexibility-guide
11 Best Stretching Exercises for Seniors (with Pictures)
https://www.stylecraze.com/articles/stretching-exercises-for-seniors/
Here are some video links to try:
Gentle Stretching for Seniors, Beginners Exercise – 13 minutes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfjVFQWWiZw
5 Stretches Seniors Should do Everyday – 15 minutes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dkKquMiQIk
Quick Stretch Routine For Seniors To Do Each Morning – 6 minutes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iylk12bmlpY
Full Body Stretch Routine For Seniors – 23 minutes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-Wrdtu-GFc
There are also many apps that you could download on your Smartphone if you would prefer to do it that way. I have a workout app that I use daily - it helps keep me more accountable in my opinion. Most of the ones that I have looked at do have a cost but that is up to you.
Here are just a few suggestions or ideas – there are many options online – have a look and find one that works for you that you enjoy.
If you enjoy doing it, you will be more motivated to be consistent!
