• less pain and rigidity in the morning
• improved mobility
• improved flexibility
• improved prehension

• weight loss
• improved glycemic control
• improved respiratory functions
• more energy

• improved cardiovascular function
• specific exercises targeted to improve your condition

• reduces aniety
• improves mood
• breaks isolation
• helps prevent stress
• reduces depression

• improved sleep
• more energy to go through each day and enjoy what life has to offer
• improved general health

• strengthens bones and joints

• meet more people
• improves and increases functional independence.

Too old

• never too late to start
• exercise is one of the healthiest things you can do for yourself
• functional decline can be reversed
• you can start exercising even if you are over 80 years old

• view exercise as a benefit, not as a chore
• pick activities that interest you
• exercises improves general health, and facilitates relaxation as well

• you can exercise at home: walk, use the stairs, do it with friends and neighbours, use a chair and cans

• more time for other activities when you have more energy and motivation
• include physical activities in your regular routine (shopping, washing the car, walking to the pharmacy)

• walking is free
• use soup cans instead of purchasing weights
• exercising at home is cheaper than joining a gym

• helps regulate blood pressure
• helps prevent weight gain
• has positive effects on overall metabolism

Too difficult

• have much to gain from exercise and staying active
• commit yourself and keep your commitment

• vary exercises and activities
• change routine
• listen to music
• watch television

• increased muscle mass, strength and vigor
• improved balance
• stronger bones
• improved flexibility
• maintaining independence
• more stable posture
• improved agility
• improved velocity
• improved coordination
• improved gait
• stronger ankles