Health Services - Senior Citizen's Guide

you become dizzy, lightheaded or experience any pain
in your chest or heart palpitations (fluttering in your
chest) and seek medical help immediately. If you cannot
speak a simple sentence during exercise, you are doing
too much. Know your limits so you don’t become sick or
injured. It’s also a good idea never to work out alone in
case of an emergency.
A nice cool down is essential to prevent muscle
cramps or injury. The purpose of the cool down is the
reverse of the warm-up. You want your blood flow to
gradually go back to normal and your body temperature
to decrease otherwise, you risk fainting.
By taking small steps toward better health, and
working with your doctor to know what is safe for you,
you can make more friends and achieve fitness well into
your golden years.
Article provided by Gateway Health SM , www.MedicareAssured.com.
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