Elderly people are physically weak? A few great tips to help you out!

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Once upon a time, there were young and strong boys and girls, why have they become such unbearable, defenseless old men and women?

01 Causes of Physical Weakness in the Elderly

1. Osteoporosis. With the increase of age, the weakening of the digestive function of the stomach and intestines will lead to insufficient intake and absorption of all kinds of nutrients. Decrease in sexual function and secretion of sex hormone is also one of the reasons. In addition, most of the elderly people have too little exercise, not much outdoor exercise, low metabolism, will also lead to osteoporosis.

2. Hypomelanosis, also known as sarcopenia, can cause loss of muscle strength.

3. Various kinds of physical diseases, such as iron deficiency anemia, diabetes, arteriosclerosis, etc., can lead to physical discomfort, and these diseases are good companions of middle-aged and elderly people, and they are contaminated with them if they are not careful.

If there are obvious diseases in the body, seeking medical treatment is the first priority. Of course, moderate exercise is also necessary. It is only through exercise that the body can be strengthened so as to get rid of the situation of relying purely on medication. Combined with some basic and simple exercises, it is also possible to make the lack of energy get better as quickly as possible and continue to be efficient.

02 Functional Strength – Upper Extremity Push

So what is the most effective form of exercise to improve weakness? This form of exercise, known as the “Upper Body Push”, is an exercise pattern that targets functional strength.

Main equipment: Kettlebell.

Difficulty level: L4.

Duration: 15 minutes.

Calories burned: 160 kcal.

Warm Tips: This program is at L4 level and is suitable for the elderly to practice at home or in the field.

Movement 1: Supine One-Handed Kettlebell Bench Press

Movements explained: Lie flat on the mat, legs naturally arched, push up the kettlebell with one hand. When you exhale, push up until your arm is straight; when you inhale, hold the kettlebell in your hand and return to your chest. Alternate hands and repeat the exercise for 5 minutes.

Movement 2: Kettlebell Push-Up on One Knee

Explanation: Kneel on one knee and push the kettlebell upward with one hand. As you exhale, push up until your arm is straight; as you inhale, return to your chest with the kettlebell in your hand. Alternate hands and repeat the exercise for 5 minutes.

Movement 3: Walking with Kettlebells Inverted

Movements explained: stand naturally, arms up, elbows bent at 90 degrees, hold the kettlebell upside down and walk forward while keeping your arms stable and breathing naturally. Alternate hands and repeat the exercise for 5 minutes.

03 Warm Tips

1. Slight shortness of breath will occur during training, and the relevant muscles will have a sense of pulling and soreness, all of which are normal phenomena. If you feel that the difficulty is too great, you can reduce the frequency of exercise and choose the speed according to your own physical characteristics.

2. It is recommended to carry out after 40 minutes after meals, the training process to no pain and discomfort as the principle, if there is pain and discomfort and other conditions, the training should be stopped immediately, and consult a professional.