Successful Aging
We can’t help getting older, but we can age successfully. The more active, healthy, and fit you are now, the better you will feel as you get older.
The Aging Population
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that by 2030 there will be 73.1 million people over the age of 65 – 21% of the population. By 2040, the number of people 85 and older is expected to reach 14.4 million. By 2050, the number should be closer to 18.6 million Americans over age 85, according to US Census projections.
It’s Never Too Late to Start Exercising
Exercise is an important key to aging successfully. It’s never too late to start. In the following slides, we will look at how our bodies age, the benefits of exercising into old age, and tips to get started on your fitness journey.
