Overview

Note!

  • These exercises are designed for the over 50s
  • Any exercise regime must be started only after checking with a medical expert, such as your Doctor, that the specific exercises included are suitable for you, based on your health and fitness
  • Every individual is different, so you must work out your own individual needs, and what amongst the exercises are most useful – and possible
  • Mobility and movement is about building your flexibility, how well and how far you can stretch.
  • It is a valuable component of any exercise regime in its own right, but also acts as a foundation for other exercises such as strength building and stamina.

How to work out what to do:

1

Understand your starting point, and how you want to develop and build your flexibility.

2

Look at all the options, from simple stretching exercises, through to Yoga and Pilates.

3

Choose what works best for you.

4

Be patient, as increased flexibility, mobility and movement can take time to develop.

5

With all exercises, learning to breathe properly with the exercise is important, in this area it is crucial.

6

Focus on your targets and objectives, but a relaxed focus.

7

Develop and build over time, mapping your progress.

Remember:

  • Get checked out before you start
  • Get regular check ups and monitor your health and fitness level as you progress
  • Get help from experts, join a class if you can
  • Nutrition and improvements in diet help to maintain a great body weight and keep you fit, just as much as the exercise does.
Touching Toes
Quadriceps Stretch
Sideways Stretch
Child's Pose