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Exercises for a 70-year old

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Kindly let me know the types of exercises I can undertake at 70 years of age.

Kofi (by SMS)

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For a 70-year-old man, a balanced exercise routine should include cardio (walking, swimming, cycling) for heart health, strength training (bodyweight, bands, light weights) to combat muscle loss, balance work (Tai Chi, yoga, standing on one foot) to prevent falls, and flexibility (stretching), aiming for 150 minutes of moderate cardio and strength/balance 2+ days a week for better mobility, strength, and confidence.

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