Physical activity should be year-round priority for senior adults

The National Institutes on Aging reports that exercise is great for mental and physical health and may help people remain independent as they age. “Movement is medicine, and when you stop moving, it affects your overall health and well-being,” said Caden Ritter, certified strength and conditioning coach at Liberty Hospital Sports Medicine.

As we enter the second week of the new year, many resolutions already have come and gone. However, one local expert suggests that adding movement and physical activity to a person’s daily routine should be an important priority year-round.

“Movement is medicine, and when you stop moving, it affects your overall health and well-being,” said Caden Ritter, certified strength and conditioning coach at Liberty Hospital Sports Medicine. “Movement truly helps you stay healthier for longer.”

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