Contrary to popular belief, declining level of physical capacity over the years and age-related illnesses are less due to the curse of age than to the compounded effect of a sedentary lifestyle. The recent trend of older competitive runners outnumbering younger athletes in a case in point. It also supports research findings that even people undertaking a sport in their senior years can significantly improve their health, fitness and strength, helping them fend off the ailments that typically affect people in their age group. Lace up those running shoes!
Vigorous exercise will keep you fit, strong and healthy way past your primetime
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