Research continues to clearly demonstrate the many benefits of increased physical activity throughout the life cycle. Please review the information contained here and contact your physician to determine the best plan for your specific health issues or concerns.

"Organizations that include The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Institute on Aging, American College of Sports Medicine, and the American Heart Association agree that individuals should be encouraged and assisted in developing and maintaining a practice of regular physical activity throughout their lives. Physical activity is regular if activities are performed most days of the week, preferably daily." --National Blueprint
"The nice thing is, however, that some of the same lifestyle changes that reduce the risk of one disease may delay or cut the risk of others as well."
--John W. Rowe, MD & Robert Kahn, PhD. (Successful Aging)

88% of those over 65 have at least one chronic health condition and 21% of people over 65 and older have chronic disabilities.

35% to 50% of woman age 70-80 have difficulty with general mobility tasks like walking a few blocks, climbing a flight of stairs, or doing housework.

24% of people over 50 who have hip fractures die within one year.