We Promote Active and Healthy Aging
SPORTS AND FITNESS GROUP
EXERCISE GUIDELINES FOR 65+ YEAR OLD
(ACSM and AHA Recommendation www.acsm.org)
CARDIO
- Moderately intense aerobic exercise 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week
OR
- Vigorously intense aerobic exercises 20 minutes a day, 3 days a week
STRENGTH
- 8-10 strength – training exercises
- 10-15 repetitions of each exercise
- 2-3 times per week
BALANCE
If you are at risk of falling, perform balance exercises