'What kind of exercise to do'
At 60, am I overdoing the workouts?
I am 60 and when I go to circuit classes I seem to be as fit as lots of 20-year olds. The exercise makes me feel good, but am I really doing too much? If I was 73, what would your advice be?...
Will walking help my arthritis?
I have a curvature and arthritis in the spine, and I would like to know if walking as exercise (with my stick) is likely to benefit or harm my condition. Also, is there any other exercise that might be suitable for me (except swimming). I am aged 70...
Which exercise routine should I do?
I am a 65-year old man, reasonably fit and healthy with no disabilities, but I do not do any regular exercise other than walking an old dog and the usual DIY. I am interested in starting a regular exercise routine. Can you advise what would be suitable?...
Do I need a specialist trainer with my new hip?
I would like to know who specialises in advising people with hip replacements about gym sessions and exercise. I am worried in case I go somewhere where they are not qualified to give advice for my needs. I need to exercise but do not wish to do more harm than good...
Which abs exercises will support my back?
What stomach exercises can I do to help strengthen the spine and assist pelvic stability? I have just been diagnosed with osteoporosis and osteoarthritis of the spine even though I do regular weight-bearing exercises, yoga, walk and cycle...
I have a personal trainer but cannot lose weight
I’m a 72 year old woman and overweight. Since January I’ve been doing a gym programme with a personal, trainer, twice a week for an hour, But I’ve not lost any weight, and I’m disappointed. What am I doing wrong?...
Can I use my exercise ball to tone up my new hip?
I had a total hip replacement four months ago. My recovery has been great and my consultant has given me permission to start cycling and swimming. But it would be more convenient if for the time being I could use my exercise ball to tone up at home. What would you advise?...
My bad arteries give me leg pain. Can you help?
Can you recommend exercises for me as a sufferer of atherosclerosis, which causes me claudication when I walk?...
I’m lazy and depressed. How can I liven up?
I am 59 and single. I work from home and look after my mother, 88, but recently I seem to have fallen into a rut: overweight, drinking too much and lazy. My doctor has put me on anti-depressants. How can I liven up?...
Any tips for thighs, stomach and under-arms?
Can you suggest any fitness routines to help stop the downward slide of various bits? I particularly want to firm up my inner thighs, stomach and underarms. I am a 64-year old woman, work full-time, am a carer, go line-dancing a couple of times a week, and have very little spare time...
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