10/10/2024
🧘♂️ Planning for Retirement? Don’t Forget Your Physical Health! 🏋️♀️
As you plan for retirement, don’t just focus on financial stability – your physical health is just as important! Did you know that VO2 Max (your body’s ability to use oxygen during exercise) declines predictably with age? This means that without regular activity, your endurance may decrease, making it harder to stay active in your golden years. But the good news is you can slow this decline with the right physical health plan!
Here’s how maintaining a higher VO2 Max and METs (Metabolic Equivalents) can help you thrive in retirement:
* Traveling the world 🌍 – Maintain stamina to explore new places (5-6 METs).
* Hiking and nature walks 🌲 – Conquer more challenging trails with energy to spare (7-9 METs).
* Golfing, swimming, or cycling 🚴♀️ – Enjoy low-impact activities that keep you moving (4-8 METs).
* Dancing 💃 – Keep your feet moving and your heart healthy (5-7 METs).
* Playing with grandkids 👨👩👦 – Stay energetic and active for all those memorable moments (3-5 METs).
As VO2 Max naturally declines with age, you can slow this process by starting as high as you can now and staying active through aerobic exercises like jogging, brisk walking, and swimming. Start working on your physical health today so your retirement is full of vitality and adventure!
Link in bio to sign up for the free in-person info session all about VO2max testing and exercise in Cancer care.
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