Developing lower body strength for seniors
Becoming immobile in your old age will make you dependent on others. When you are no longer able to move, unaided, from a seated position, to a standing position, you will then be unable to care for yourself. Being unable to stand up independently will lead to an increased rate of muscle loss and a more rapid deterioration of your physical and mental health. Moving from a sitting to a standing position requires the combined activation of your quads, glutes, core and back muscles. Growing old with vigor will require you to safely train these muscles. How do I start if I have never trained before. You may wish to start by benchmarking your level of fitness against fitness norms for seniors. A good place to start is the Rikli and Jones Senior Fitness Test. This bank of 8 tests is designed to help gage your level of fitness. Ideally these test should be performed with the aid of a trainer - but the tests are quite simple, and another person can help you determine your leve...