Stay healthy with physical activity
DID you know that moderate physical activity can keep us healthier for longer? Many studies have shown that moderate-intensity physical activity is important to improve cardiovascular conditions and reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity and osteoporosis.
A recommended form of moderate physical activity is to brisk walk for 30 minutes a day or take 10,000 steps daily.
Whether you choose to do it outdoors or on a treadmill, anybody can do it on any given day, and it does not require special skills. The amount of exercise you need depends on the duration, intensity and frequency of your exercise.
The key to safe and effective exercise for senior citizens is moderation. In conjunction with Fitness Concept’s 35th Anniversary Salebration this month, Fitness Concept is offering discounts up to 60%, instant rebates and free gifts with purchase from a wide variety of branded home fitness equipment and accessories to keep you and your family active and healthy.
For active seniors who enjoy walking or jogging, the Nordictrack C7 treadmill is a suitable option as it has 20 workout programs and FlexSelect cushioning for better joint impact absorption.
With the NordicTrack C7 treadmill being from the United States’ No.1 fitness brand, the active senior can exercise in the comfort and convenience of her own home to achieve her fitness goals.
The treadmill allows the user to keep cool with its Autobreeze Workout Fan and make quick adjustments to the speed and incline with the easy-to-use digital controls. For storage or to save space, this treadmill can be easily folded up when not in use.
For seniors with knee pain, the NordicTrack VR21 recumbent bike may be a preferred choice as it offers low-impact exercise with extra back support for a longer and more comfortable ride. Choose from different resistance levels and workout programs to get active on the recumbent bike.
For most senior citizens, comfortable seating is very important as they want to feel relaxed while cycling. The DLITEZ 2.0 dual-action bike has a deluxe comfort seat with vertical and horizontal adjustability so that every individual can find his optimum seat position during workouts.
The DLITEZ also has hand-grip heart rate sensors built into the bike’s handlebars that let the user stay in the right active zone for maximum performance.
This bike is a great choice for low-impact workouts that provide high levels of aerobic and cardiovascular exercises targeting the upper body, lower body or both simultaneously to burn more calories in less time.
With the many health benefits that exercise brings us, there
The amount of exercise you need depends on the duration, intensity and frequency of your exercise. The key to safe and effective exercise for senior citizens is moderation.
should be no excuse for not exercising. As the saying goes, “health is wealth”, and we are never too old or too young to start exercising.
Established in 1983, Fitness Concept is a top home fitness equipment retailer and is certified by The Malaysia Book of Records as the country’s largest fitness specialist chain with 45 outlets in leading shopping malls nationwide. Visit your nearest Fitness Concept store with your family to try out a wide range of fitness products.
For more information, call 03-7726 7787 (IPC Shopping Centre store)/03-2282 3200 (Mid Valley Megamall store), e-mail enquiries@ fitnessconcept.com.my or visit www.fitnessconcept.com.my