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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
How physical fitness can improve health and reduce risk among seniors
TEXARKANA, Texas (KTAL/KMSS) – May 28 is recognized as National Senior Health and Fitness Day, highlighting the importance of seniors keeping their bodies and minds active. 'Physical fitness helps older adults maintain their independence,' said Collom and Carney Family Nurse Practitioner Kimberly Scott. 'It helps decrease the risk of chronic disease. It also improves mental health and enhances the quality of life.' 2025 Fit For Life Health, Wellness, and Lifestyle Expo is coming Exercise can improve strength, balance, and flexibility to reduce the risk of falls in seniors. Falls can cause hip fractures, head injuries, and other serious injuries that could require hospitalization. Improved flexibility can help older adults with everyday life, including getting out of bed, walking up stairs, and reaching for items. Exercise enhances the heart and boosts cardiovascular health. Blood flow to the brain is also increased by exercise, which can help prevent cognitive deterioration and dementia. 'Many older adults experience depression,' said Scott. 'Physical fitness helps to manage their mood, decrease stress and anxiety, and improve sleep quality. Group fitness helps with the social isolation that older adults can experience.' Low-impact aerobics, such as walking, swimming, cycling, and water aerobics, are the best types of exercise for seniors. Yoga and pilates are great options for balance and flexibility. Before starting any exercise regimen, seniors should check with their doctor to avoid serious health issues. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
2025 Fit For Life Health, Wellness, and Lifestyle Expo is coming
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The 2025 Fit For Life Health, Wellness, and Lifestyle Expo is soon approaching! EASY TIPS: With helping you be Fit for Life The ultimate goal of the 2025 Fit For Life Health, Wellness, and Lifestyle Expo is for community members to learn how they and their loved ones can be healthier and improve their overall health, the quality of their lives, and be Fit For Life. There will be various activities from the Karate USA Tournament, arm wrestling tournament, therapeutic massages, cooking demos, health screenings, samples, and so much more! The expo welcomes sponsors and vendors from around the region to showcase the best products and services in health, wellness, safety, fitness, nutrition, lifestyle, and more! Do not miss the opportunity to share your services and products with our community! It's easy Fill out the form below A Fit for Life staff member will contact you promptly! Submit a form. Do not miss the original 2025 Fit For Life Health, Wellness, and Lifestyle Expo! Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
