Benefit of regular exercise
Benefit of regular exercise
Flexibility exercise
Flexibility exercise
Aging and exercise
Aging and exercise

Exercise and age

Alternative Names:
Age and exercise

Information:

Question:
When is it too late to gain the benefits of an exercise program?

Answer:
It's never too late. Exercise at any age has benefits from reducing the risk of heart problems including acute MI to preventing osteoporosis (that makes your bones brittle).


Review Date: 11/1/2001
Reviewed By: Victoria Kennedy, RN, A.D.A.M. editorial.

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