1. Use it or Lose it! The importance of Exercise in the Elderly

2. Objectives w Know why exercise is important in the elderly w Know what types of exercise are necessary w Know what to advise the elderly re. exercise

3. Why is Exercise important? w Lengthens life w Decreases illness & disability w Contributes to wellness

4. Exercise reduces disease and lengthens life w Regular exercise increases life expectancy by 2-3 years w Decreases cardiovascular mortality

5. Exercise keeps the elderly healthy w Improved body composition body fat bone health muscle mass metabolism w Lower risk of diabetes, hypertension, & coronary artery disease

6. Exercise keeps the elderly healthy Increased w endurance & stamina w muscle mass & strength w flexibility  w more independence w fewer falls w less disability

7. Exercise keeps the elderly healthy w Regular exercise delays age- and disease- related disability by 15 years

8. Exercise contributes to Wellness w Psychological benefits - mood, pain-relief

9. Exercise contributes to Wellness w Psychological benefits - mood, pain-relief w Appetite/good nutrition

10. Exercise contributes to Wellness w Psychological benefits - mood, pain-relief w Appetite/good nutrition w Regular bowels

11. Exercise contributes to Wellness w Psychological benefits - mood, pain-relief w Appetite/good nutrition w Regular bowels w Better sleep

12. Exercise contributes to Wellness w Psychological benefits - mood, pain-relief w Appetite/good nutrition w Regular bowels w Better sleep w Fewer medications

13. What 3 types of Exercise are necessary?

14. w Cardiovascular (aerobic or endurance)

15. What 3 types of Exercise are necessary? w Cardiovascular (aerobic or endurance) w Muscle strength (resistance)

16. What 3 types of Exercise are necessary? w Cardiovascular (aerobic or endurance) w Muscle strength (resistance) w Flexibility and balance

17. Aerobic Exercise w Gets the heart pumping, the blood flowing and the lungs expanding.

18. Aerobic Exercise w Gets the heart pumping, the blood flowing and the lungs expanding. w Walking (brisk)

19. Aerobic Exercise w Gets the heart pumping, the blood flowing and the lungs expanding. w Walking (brisk) w Aqua fit or swimming

20. Aerobic Exercise w Gets the heart pumping, the blood flowing and the lungs expanding. w Walking (brisk) w Aqua fit or swimming w Low impact aerobics

21. Aerobic Exercise w Gets the heart pumping, the blood flowing and the lungs expanding. w Walking (brisk) w Aqua fit or swimming w Low impact aerobics w Cycling

22. Strength training w Exercises performed specifically to develop strength

23. Strength training w Using free weights or machines

24. Strength training w Using free weights or machines w Using body weight and resistance

25. Strength training w Using free weights or machines w Using body weight and resistance w Using therabands, exercise balls, or other tools

26. Flexibility and Balance Exercises w To improve resilience and reduce fall risk

27. Flexibility and Balance Exercises w Tai Chi

28. Flexibility and Balance Exercises w Tai Chi w Yoga

29. Flexibility and Balance Exercises w Tai Chi w Yoga w Stair climbing

30. Flexibility and Balance Exercises w Tai Chi w Yoga w Stair climbing w Various boards, balls & other tools

31. Flexibility and Balance Exercises w Tai Chi w Yoga w Stair climbing w Various boards, balls & other tools w Stretching

32. How much activity is enough? w Everyone should be “active living”

33. How much exercise is enough? w Aim towards: 30-60 minutes moderate intensity exercise most days of the week

34. Advice to give the Elderly w Get medical advice if concerns about health conditions (esp. uncontrolled conditions)

35. Advice to give the Elderly w Get medical advice if concerns about health conditions (esp. uncontrolled conditions) w Start low and go slow; increase gradually

36. Advice to give the Elderly w Get medical advice if concerns about health conditions (esp. uncontrolled conditions) w Start low and go slow; increase gradually w Get professional advice (e.g. personal trainer, physiotherapist) especially for weight training

37. Resources to assist the Elderly w Public Health Unit w YMCA w Physiotherapy (private or hospital-based) w Seniors’ Centre w University-based health & wellness programs w Canada’s Physical Activity Guide for Older Adults

38. Perceived barriers you need to know about w Lack of time w Lack of knowledge w Poor finances w Fear of ridicule or injury w Weather or transportation problems w Lack of motivation

39. Objectives - Summary w Know why exercise is important in the elderly w Know what types of exercise are necessary w Know what to advise the elderly re. exercise

40. Any Questions? ??????????????