National
Council on the Aging Launches Initiative to Encourage Physical Activity
February 25, 2003 - The National Council on
the Aging (NCOA) announced that it will sponsor a new national competition
to identify the "best" physical activity programming for older adults. The
competition will award $1,000 to 10 community-based organizations that
achieve excellence in physical activity programming targeted at improving
the health and well being of older Americans.
Resistance
Exercise Found Beneficial for Type 2 Diabetics
September 30, 2002 -
Researchers at the International
Diabetes Institute in Victoria, Australia have determined that pumping iron
has positive effects on seniors citizens suffering from Type 2 Diabetes.
(MedlinePlus)
Custom-fit
Aerobics May Cut Older Women's Fall Risk
August 23, 2002 -
Aerobic dance geared toward the older crowd
may give women the balance and agility to avoid falls, according to the
results of a small study in Japan. (Medline Plus)
Benefits
of Physical Activity for Older Americans
June 21, 2002 - HHS today released a new report
finding that frail health often associated with aging is in large part due
to physical inactivity, but that it's never too late to benefit from
becoming physically active.
President Bush Promotes Healthy Living
June 17, 2002 - This week,
Secretary Thompson will join President Bush in announcing a comprehensive
fitness agenda.
Exercise
Just Once a Week to Maintain Muscle Strength
May
2002 - Exercising just one day a week can give older
adults the strength to maintain their independence and to avoid
injuries.
Government
Resources
Exercise and Fitness
Administration on Aging resource page
Exercise: A Guide from the National Institute on Aging
Illustrated exercises, some animated - Recommended
Exercise: The Key To The Good Life
Acrobat file with good exercises for older citizens
and diet tips, brought to you by
Fitness.Gov.
This site includes exercises for the wheelchair-bound.
- Recommended
There is also an HTML version
on our web site
Fitness Facts for Older Americans
Scientific knowledge regarding exercise, nutrition, and other areas of
health
Surgeon General's
Report on Physical Activity and Health
Getting serious about improving the health of the nation by affirming our commitment
to healthy physical activity on all levels
USA on the Move - Steps to Healthy Aging
Simple, modest increases in daily
activities can improve overall health, prevent disease and disability, and
reduce health care costs for our nation. Try the link to Florida
International University above, or the
Administration on Aging page.
Private and Non-Profit
Resources
The
American Senior Fitness Association (SFA)
Provides training,
certification, professional resources, and member support for fitness
professionals who serve older adults.
The Benefits of Exercise
For Older Adults
Better aging by exercising
(both body and mind)
Exercise and
Aging: Practical Suggestions for Older Adults
Speaks for itself - from
ExtendedCare.com
The Fifty-Plus Fitness
Association (FPFA)
A twenty-year old non-profit organization whose
mission is to promote an active lifestyle for older people - Recommended
Fitness and Prevention - From Dr. Koop
Wide range of articles on fitness, diet, men's and women's sections, and more - Recommended
Physical
Activity and the Risk of Breast Cancer
May, 1997 (New England Journal of Medicine)
- Physical activity during leisure time
and at work is associated with a reduced risk of breast cancer
