A lot of things change as we age, but one thing that can help keep the process positive is exercise. If you keep it up — or even take it up — you could see a wealth of benefits, just like 93-year-old Bill.
Things that used to be easy may not be anymore, appearances change and the body functions differently – but it's not all bad.
"Physical activity is one way you can preserve efficient systems in the body that help you overcome diseases, function better and live a good quality of life," she said.While not all older Australians can expect instant health improvements from exercise, 84-year-old Abdon Ulloa swears by his regular running routine.Abdon took up the hobby in his mid-40s. He's now done 75 marathons and he estimates his half-marathons are now into the thousands.
About an hour south, 82-year-old Ron Perry can be found making his way around the North Wollongong track.Like Abdon, Ron took up running in his 40s and believes it's kept him in good health."I started running around the block and then along the beach and just took it on from there," he said.The World Health Organisation and Australian Department of Health and Aged Care recommend people aged 65 and older do about 30 minutes of exercise most days of the week.
"If we don't use them and preserve the strength we have, we lose muscle mass and strength and that will have a direct impact on how we function," Professor Levinger said.When it comes to running in particular, Professor Levinger said the benefits were large, particularly for the cardiorespiratory system and bones.
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