They say seniors need to improve strength, balance, flexibility and endurance. Who doesn't? Unless you are a Venus or Serena Williams you probably need all of the above.
Strengthen your-legs-exercise for Seniors: Knee Flexion: strengthen muscles in the back of the thigh-
* Stand straight, holding onto table or chair for balance.
* Slowly bend one knee as far as possible, so foot lifts up behind you. Don't move your upper leg at all; bend your knee only. Hold position.
* Slowly lower foot all the way back down. Repeat with other leg.
* Alternate legs until you have 8 to 15 repetitions with each leg.
* Rest. Then do another set of 8 to 15 alternating repetitions.
Got this exercise online and there are more here Senior Exercises You can pick some more out here and I will be adding more.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
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