“Who Says You Can’t Teach an Old Dog a New Trick or Two”

It has been scientifically proven that there is nothing in the body that causes it to age.
There are no  time-released elements, or alarm clocks set to go off at specific times
causing deterioration.  The reason people age in appearance and attitude is because
they believe they’re supposed to.  They’ve programmed themselves subconsciously to
look and act a certain way at respective points in their lives. 
They believe and accept age and therefore get old.
Jean Walters

So if this is true – and I belive it to be true - we are going to need to keep our bodies in a condition that will allow us to enjoy a longer life and that means staying fit. Yes exercise – BUT – you must exercise for YOU!  Don’t subject yourself to self-professing experts.  Everyone has an opinion and while his or her intent may be honorable, spare yourself from his or her kindness.  If you really need help to develop a program seek out a professional trainer at your local gym or internet directory.  Now the word exercise derives from a Latin root meaning “to maintain, to keep, to ward off.” To exercise means to practice, put into action, train, perform, use, and improve. For us the key word – is “IMPROVE” – slow and steady wins the race!

Go about things slowly and trust your body to let you know what is right and what is not right for you.  But how will you know if what you are doing is right?  We did say go about it slowly didn’t we?  Trust yourself, follow the instructions for whatever exercise you have chosen. There are thousands of programs available on the web as well as in book stores and librarys.
 
Listen to your body, it will tell you if the movement feels acceptable and if the weight or resistance is safe.  Again if you’re not comfortable trusting yourself seek out a professional until you have developed enough confidence to trust yourself.  In any case only you will know if you are being honest with yourself and once that honesty has been developed, trust will soon follow.

The National Institute on Aging states that osteoporosis is a preventable disorder when weight-bearing exercises such as “walking, jogging, playing tennis and dancing,” become lifestyle activities done three to four times per week.

So what’s stopping you from exercising and doing what it takes to keep youself fit and active? Well if it’s not happening I guess that’s a question you need to ask yourself.