Dr. K explains how exercise helps older adults maintain strength and independence, and covers the four types of exercise all older adults should be doing regularly. She also discusses why walking isn’t enough, how to avoid injuries and special situations in geriatrics, such as exercising when an older person is frail or has Alzheimer’s. This episode covers:
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138 – How to Promote Brain Health & Memory in Aging
005 – Interview: Otago & Proven Exercises for Fall Prevention
Related Resources:Other references and resources:
121 – Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (7.29.21 Edition)
120 – Depression in Aging: Diagnosis & Treatment
119 – Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (5.14.21 Edition)
118 – Updates: COVID Vaccination in Aging (3.26.21 Edition)
117 – Leg Swelling in Aging: What to Know & Do
116 – Interview: Dr. K’s New Book: When Your Aging Parent Needs Help
115 – COVID Vaccination in Aging (12.17.20 Edition)
114 – Coronavirus Updates & Suggestions (11.18.20 Edition)
113 – Interview: Urinary Incontinence In Aging
112 – Flu Shots for Older Adults in COVID Times: What to Know (2020 Update)
111 – Coronavirus Updates & Suggestions (7.16.20 Edition)
110 – Coronavirus Updates & Suggestions (6.11.20 Edition)
109 – Interview: Nursing Homes & Other Long-Term Care During COVID Times
108 – Live QA: Aging Health in COVID Times
107 – Interview: A Guide to Better Medical Care for Families of Aging Adults
106 – Coronavirus Updates & Suggestions (3.27.20 Edition)
105 – Coronavirus Updates & Suggestions (3.20.20 Edition)
104 – Coronavirus Special: Planning to Help Aging Parents (Plus Q&A)
103 – Interview: Better Sex in Later Life
102 – Interview: The Importance of Grandparents & Intergenerational Connections
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