Aging people often fear exercise, worrying that they might trip or fall. Exercise and a healthy lifestyle have a direct effect on muscle strength, joint flexibility and bone density. Though certain forms of exercise like jogging, playing tennis, etc. may not be recommended, physical activities like walking or riding the stationary bicycle not only strengthen muscles and bones, but also reducing the risk of falling. Balance exercises, like yoga and pilates, have the ability to increase core strength and aide the sense of balance, which also helps in preventing falls.
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