“Older people who exercise three or more times a week are less likely to develop Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia, according to a study that adds to the evidence that staying active can help keep the mind sharp.
Researchers found that healthy people who reported exercising regularly had a 30 to 40 percent lower risk of dementia.” By Patrick Walters

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beti says > This adds to the list of many benefits of exercising for older adults. Generally, quality of life is increased when exercising at an older age. But this doesn’t mean you have to wait until you are 60 to start working out, the earlier you start the better :) Exercising can take many forms. Try being active within your social activities: dancing classes or an enjoyable walk with friends instead of sitting on a couch watching TV.

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