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When Seniors Walk the Walk They Can Talk the Talk and Act as Role Models
from: Pat MoauroWalking is one of the most popular activities for seniors. Whenever you see seniors walking in your neighborhood regularly, whether the day is fair or foul, this can motivate and inspire you to become a healthy senior yourself.
Fit seniors are one of the best role models for every young person. Growing older doesn't seem as daunting when a senior can portray her/his independence by keeping motivated. After just a week of staying on a walking schedule, you may feel that you, too, can be an example to seniors and others; you can talk the healthy lifestyle talk.
Seniors who aren't out in the fresh air and keeping themselves moving seem to be missing out on a staple of the senior lifestyle and life in general. Walking keeps the mind fresh and all of the organs and limbs working. Even if a senior needs help to walk, or is in a wheel chair, he/she seems happier and healthier when they continue to get out and let their body join with the liveliness of the outdoors. As a senior, you can become one of the lively walkers that live life to the fullest and are free to brag that they're keeping active despite their chronological age.
A little motivation and realization of how much a brisk walk can improve your mood should help get you on the walking trail to a fitter self. Your heart and mind will benefit greatly from a 30- to 40-minute walk, three times a week. You'll be able to think clearer and breathe better. You can also cut down on chances of chronic disease by getting the blood moving through your body.
Walking seniors are the healthy envy of the neighborhood because they're living life to a fuller extent than those of us sitting in the glowing light of our television sets. Your doctor will be encouraged that you're taking your wellness seriously if you let him/her know that you want to start walking, which is a good idea, 99% of the time. Walkers eat, sleep and move better and you can be one of them with a simple opening of the door.
If you want to become a walking senior that you and others admire, make certain you have a pair of shoes that are comfortable for you. They should be the type of shoe that you can wear for several hours without feeling as if you desperately want to change into a different pair. Also, wearing a few layers of clothing is a good idea, so you can warm up gradually and cool down the same way.
Knowing the area that you want to walk in is also a good idea. Neighbors tend to look out for each other, so preferably, you will start walking around your own neighborhood; but if that isn't possible, go to a mall or a public park. It's never too late to join the groups of walkers that daily parade through malls and other public areas.
If you find it difficult to get into a routine of walking every day or every other day, see if you can find a friend or family member to walk with you. Remember, someone who knows you, especially if they are somewhat younger, will be encouraged by your motivation and healthy idea. Show them that you are doing what you can to stay healthy and that walking will be great for both of you to share. A good partner will allow you to enjoy one of the other great benefits of walking, which is talking. A walking partner will help keep up your pace, and will provide the conversation to take your mind off your exertion. Keep in mind, that a faster or challenging pace should be worked up to for awhile before going any further. There is no reason to not enjoy the soothing effects of a gentle walk until you build up your speed. You can still talk the talk even if you are keeping your pace below a low roar.
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