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Exercising to Reduce Falls

Exercising to Reduce Falls

For older adults, multicomponent physical activity, that emphasizes functional balance and strength training is important to improve physical function and decrease the risk of falls or injury from a fall. Source: Exercise Works 

Exercising with a Stoma

Exercising with a Stoma

If possible, start walking daily after your surgery. Walking stimulates the return of bowel function and helps you regain muscle and stamina lost while in hospital. Source: Exercise Works

Exercising with Alzheimer’s disease

Exercising with Alzheimer’s disease

Regular exercise helps to reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Improvement in your general health and wellbeing is an important part of an overall exercise plan, as it helps maintain your ability to perform the activities of daily living. Source: Exercise Works 

Exercising with an aneurysm

Exercising with an aneurysm

Regular exercise can significantly reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes, obesity, stroke, somecancers and help relieve anxiety and depression. Source: Exercise Works