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Reasons Why Dancing is So Good For You! Me! Evereyone! =)

BUILD MORE MUSCLE! Seniors naturally lose muscle mass with age. A regular program of strengthening exercise with weights, gym equipment or resistance bands can help maintain and even build muscle. New research has demonstrated that muscle strength is one of the most significant indicators of age, and that increasing muscle strength is one of the most effective ways to slow the overall aging process. Scientific studies show that the strongest men and women had the lowest risk of dying over a five–year period. Yoga is a wonderful exercise to add strength and improve balance and flexibility that will add to a longer and more actuve life.

This article recently appeared in the February/March 2011 issue of Northwest Prime Time, the Puget Sound region’s monthly publication celebrating life after 50. For more information, visit www.NorthwestPrimeTime.com