Six things a physio wishes people over 60 would stop doing
Get the Well Enough newsletter with Harry Bullmore for tips on living a healthier, happier and longer life Get the Well Enough email with Harry Bullmore Get the Well Enough email with Harry Bullmore Maintaining physical health becomes increasingly crucial as we age, especially for those over 60. While a natural slowdown occurs with age, certain habits can hinder mobility and even cause long-term injuries. Whether you stretch, lift weights or walk 10,000 steps a day, any type of mobility can help to minimise health issues and maximise longevity. Below, physiotherapist Lucy Macdonald of RestartPhysio identifies six common pitfalls for the over-60s and offers advice on how to avoid them. 1. Doing too much too soon “This is the number one cause of the injuries and pain I see,” says Macdonald. “Sudden increases in activity levels, or doing something that your body has not done for a while is a great way of getting injured.”Instead, try to increase activity levels in small increments.“Break down tasks like digging flower beds or painting the house, and put …
