Health Tip: Seniors Need Exercise, Too

(HealthDay News) -- Lifting weights and other forms of strength training can offer a host of health rewards for people 65 and older, experts say.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention mentions these potential benefits for seniors of strength training:

• Better management of chronic diseases, including diabetes.
• Improved balance.
• Better management of arthritis pain and stiffness.
• Stronger bones and reduced risk of osteoporosis.
• Maintaining a healthier weight.
• Improved cardiovascular health.
• Better quality sleep.

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