You can stay active even at an older age: starting with walking and tai chi
A U.S. outreach material for older adults says that growing older does not mean having to give up activities you enjoy. Walking, pickleball, tai chi and other group activities are feasible ways to stay healthy and independent. Families and communities can refer to these ideas and, while respecting the older person's physical condition, find suitable activities together.
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Original: Campaign Resources | Still Going Strong | CDC · Original language: en
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Facts from the sources
This outreach resource is aimed directly at people aged 65 and over and their caregivers, with the goal of raising awareness of preventable injuries among older adults. View source
The material says that many common injuries can be prevented, and there are some simple steps that can help people stay healthy and independent for longer. View source
The activity claims that growing older does not mean having to give up activities you enjoy. View source
The material suggests that multi-person group activities like pickleball are one way to stay healthy as you age. View source
The material suggests that taking the right steps, such as walking with friends, can help you stay healthy as you age. View source
The material says that participating in group exercise activities such as tai chi can improve strength and balance. View source
For older people and families
Ask the older person what activities they enjoyed when they were young, and don't think that just because they are older they can no longer do them.
Accompany the older person on a walk outside every day; walk more or less depending on how the person feels that day.
If the older person is interested, ask around for nearby tai chi classes or senior activity groups.
Before starting a new exercise, first go with the older person to see a doctor and find out whether their physical condition allows it.
When older people take part in group activities, family members should encourage them more, but not force them.
See what care and community teams can do
You may refer to the U.S. CDC's injury-prevention outreach approach for people aged 65 and over when planning community senior activities, but it must be combined with local conditions.
Before organising tai chi, pickleball or walking groups, conduct a basic health status and exercise capacity assessment for the participating older adults.
Activity venues should be checked for safety conditions such as flat ground, lighting and rest seating, and necessary first-aid support should be available.
Outreach copy should use large fonts and plain language, emphasising 'preventing injuries' rather than 'not letting them move'.
Activity promotion must not be equated with individual medical advice; participants should be reminded to consult professionals first.
Foreign systems are for reference only, not current Chinese policy; implementation must comply with local elderly-care and sports management requirements.
What needs local assessment
The above facts come from a U.S. CDC outreach page. They are activity suggestions and encouraging statements, not current policy in China, nor a personal medical plan. The intensity, duration and safety of activities such as walking, tai chi and pickleball vary from person to person; please consult a doctor or professional rehabilitation staff before starting. This article does not provide a specific exercise prescription and does not guarantee any activity's effects; please choose carefully according to the older person's actual physical condition. Fact source: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Source: CDC). The original material is freely available on the CDC website. This site and its localisation suggestions do not represent endorsement by CDC, HHS or the U.S. government; no images or logos have been reproduced.
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