Regardless of age, it is important to keep yourself healthy and active. One easy way is to exercise regularly and aim for at least 150 – 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity^* each week. In addition, adults aged 50 years or older should maintain their physical fitness by doing a mix of physical activity, especially strength, balance and flexibility exercises at least 3 days a week.

These exercises offer the following important health benefits:

Increase
or maintain muscle strength

Improve balance, coordination and mobility

Improve confidence to move about independently

Reduce risk of falling

Improve mood and overall well-being

It is never too late to start exercising. Start slow, keep going and you will discover the ability to do more and feel better in no time. Try these 7 easy exercises at least 3 days a week to improve your fitness!

^*During moderate-intensity physical activity, you should be able to talk but not sing. This is a simple measure of your exercise intensity.