The joy of playing sports may seem like a young person’s game. But why should they have all the fun — not to mention all the health benefits — that can be unlocked by athletics?
According to research conducted at a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention research center, older adults can reap an array of rewards from physical activity, ranging from improved physical, emotional and social health scores to a decreased risk of hospitalization.
Thankfully, your athletic glory days don’t have to end as you age. In fact, here are some of the best sports and athletic endeavors for older adults to enjoy according to experts, science and data.
Recommended Sports to Try – Pickleball, Golf, Swimming, Exercise Classes…
Lower Mobility Options – Those with limited mobility may have to modify their sport participation or perhaps seek training prior to getting involved. Another option may be to try different variations of more common sports. For example, sports like walking soccer and walking basketball (which are played the same as soccer and basketball, respectively, just with no running allowed) are gaining momentum…
FULL source article by Robby Brumberg Forbes Health: https://signalscv.com/2024/04/best-sports-for-older-adults-according-to-experts/
