The corelation between exercise and longevity

Aging is a natural and complex physiological process that is influenced by many factors, some of which are amendable. As the number of older people continues to grow, it is important to develop techniques that are easy to implement and that contribute to "Graceful aging". In addition to the healthy diet and holistic well-being, the benefits of regular physical activity on mortality and the prevention and control of chronic diseases that affect life expectancy.

 Exercise can partially reverse the effects of the aging process on physiological functions and maintain functional reserve in the elderly. Many studies have shown that maintaining a minimum amount and quality of exercise reduces the risk of untimely death, prevents the development of certain types of cancers, reduces the risk of osteoporosis and increases longevity. Exercise programs should include exercises to improve cardiovascular health and muscle function, as well as flexibility and balance. Regular and moderate physical activity, such as fast walking can increase life expectancy even for overweight people for several years. Although a higher level of physical activity has been associated with an even longer life expectancy, moderate activity was also beneficial, according to the research conducted on the group of people older than 60 years.

The benefits of exercise were observed regardless of weight, age, sex and health status of people such as heart disease and cancer. Although the benefits of physical activity seem to be directly related to the concept of volume and intensity of training, older adults require more in-depth research to develop specific recommendations, taking into account specific recommendations. However, remember that the main objective is to promote physical activity in this growing population.