What They Don’t Tell You About Aging (Until It’s Too Late)

Falling, Falling, Falling

One of the biggest risks as you age is falling often and falling hard. The issue is that older individuals begin to lose their sense of balance, may struggle with physical fitness, and require assistance moving around. This is a recipe for stumbles. And with brittle bones, one fall can be utterly devastating. No wonder a third of all adults above the age of 65 are scared of falling.

To limit your risk of a bad spill, you need to stay healthy. The best way to do that is to walk, dance, jog, weight train, and stay as flexible as possible. Such activities will help your body stay strong and maintain your balance well into advanced age. Plus, weight bearing activities, such as resistance training or even walking, promote healthier bone density. This means that, if you are older and slip and fall, your bones have less of a chance of fracturing or breaking.