- Take a walk together each day. Exercise is good for caregivers, too!
- Use exercise videos or check your local TV guide to see if there is a program to help older adults exercise.
- Dance to music.
- Be realistic about how much activity can be done at one time. Several short “mini-workouts” may be best.
- Make sure he or she wears comfortable clothes and shoes that fit well and are made for exercise.
- Make sure he or she drinks water or juice after exercise.
Even if the person has trouble walking, they may be able to:
- Do simple tasks around the home, such as sweeping and dusting.
- Use a stationary bike.
- Use soft rubber exercise balls or balloons for stretching or throwing back and forth.
- Use stretching bands.
- Lift weights or household items such as soup cans.
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