The over 40 athlete

Workout Stretching


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Posted: 12/12/2011

More than 78 percent of men and women over 40 exercise inadequately or not at all.

Staying/becoming active in your 40s can prevent premature frailty, heart disease, diabetes, and many other ailments.

Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder and is caused by wear and tear to our joints.

Individuals often stop exercising due to osteoarthritis.
 

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