Stand Up, Feel Better: Heart Hack for Seniors

so totally true. I am a 78 year old retired woman living independently with major cardiac issues, anxiety, social isolation, and financial constraints. overall, there is a relatively poor quality of life, aggravated by vertigo episodes and chronic back pain. had become quite sedentary over the past few years. felt discouraged that no medical interventions improved my function or mood. a year ago, I read a similar article and challenged myself to simply move it. used my cell phone pedometer to count steps and streamed silver sneakers indoor walking apps to structure my movement activity. I feel 100% better. on any given day, every day of the week, I log between 6500 and 1100 steps daily. my movements can occur in 5 minute, 15 minute, 30, or 45 minute intervals throughout my day and evening. it has been a game changer for me.

Seniors, stand up slower, less likely to get dizzy