These Easy 5-Minute Warm Up Exercises for Seniors, Beginners will help you stay flexible and energetic as you start your day or prepare for exercise.

I'm April, a certified personal trainer, joined by my mom Aiko. We're both seniors and are excited to share gentle stretches that will warm up your entire body from head to toe. Mom does the stretches in a chair and I do them standing. There is no twisting or bending.

Warming up the body before exercise has many benefits including:
✅ Increasing Blood Flow: As we age, our blood vessels might not be as spry as they once were. A warm-up helps dilate those vessels, allowing blood to flow more freely to our muscles. This means our muscles get the oxygen and nutrients they need to work effectively and efficiently.
✅ Reducing Muscle Stiffness: Over the years, our muscles might get a tad stiffer, causing discomfort and a slower range of motion. Warming up gradually increases the temperature of our muscles, making them more pliable and less prone to strains.
✅ Improved Joint Lubrication: Our joints might need a bit of extra TLC as time goes on. A warm-up helps synovial fluid, which lubricates our joints, to flow better, reducing the risk of joint pain and injury.
✅ Enhanced Nerve Function: A gentle warm-up gets our nerves firing properly. This means better coordination and reaction times, which are crucial to preventing falls or accidents.
✅ Mental Preparation: Aging gracefully often means we need a bit more time to transition from one activity to another. A warm-up gives our minds a chance to switch into exercise mode, helping us mentally prepare for the upcoming physical effort.

Here's are the gentle exercises for seniors over 60 in this video:

00:00 Introduction
00:34 Gentle Marching
01:01 Heel Touches
01:24 Step Outs
01:57 Head Tilts
02:19 Side Looks
02:39 Shoulder Rolls
03:00 Side Reaches
03:19 Open/Close Arms
03:40 Ankle Stretches
04:30 Knee Lifts
04:40 Hip Circles
05:06 Hand Stretches
05:32 Inhales/Exhales

🌐 Here are a few other Warm Ups to try:
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Disclaimer: This program is provided with your health and safety in mind, but every individual has their own limitations. It is crucial that you consult with your physician before beginning this or any other exercise program. This program is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment or advice. By participating in this exercise program, you do so at your own risk. Please stop if you experience pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath.

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