Senior Health: As people age, they are much more likely to lose muscle.

There are many reasons why this happens. Some examples are not exercising as much and the body deteriorating as people get older. If you are a family caregiver, there are many great tips to help your elderly loved one start counteracting muscle loss. Keep reading here for these tips to ensure better senior health.

Doing Regular Resistance Training

One of the best tips to help your elderly loved one start counteracting muscle loss is to have them do regular resistance training. Research shows that this type of exercise can help reduce the risk of muscle fiber tears. It can also help to heal and build muscle. There are many resistance training exercises that your elderly loved one can do. Some of these include using resistance bands and using resistance training machines at the gym. If needed, you or an elder care provider can take your elderly loved one to the gym.

Doing Regular Cardiovascular Training 

Your elderly loved one could also benefit from cardiovascular training. Research shows that cardiovascular exercises help stimulate the growth of muscles, improve blood flow throughout muscles, and strengthen muscles. There are numerous cardiovascular exercises you or elder care providers can help your loved one with. Some of the best ones include brisk walks, swimming, and riding a bicycle. They can use a bicycle outside or use a stationary bicycle.

Eating Foods Filled with Protein

To help counteract muscle loss, your elderly loved one should be eating more foods that are filled with protein. There have been many studies done to show the benefits of protein-filled foods to muscles. These foods help build muscle strength, improve the intake of macronutrients, and prevent muscle injuries. Some of the foods that your elderly loved one should be eating include tofu, peas, nuts, seeds, beans, quinoa, and lentils. If needed, you can have elder care providers make protein-filled meals for your elderly loved one.

Senior Health: Conclusion

If you want to help your elderly loved one start counteracting muscle loss, make sure you have them start following these tips. By doing these things, your elderly loved one can boost muscle strength, reduce the risk of muscle tears and injuries, and improve overall muscle health. Just because your elderly loved one is getting older, that doesn’t mean they have to struggle with muscle health issues.

If you don’t think your elderly loved one will stick to these tips on their own, hiring elder care providers can help. These providers will encourage and remind your elderly loved one to do these things for better senior health.

If you or an aging loved-one is considering Senior Home Care in Bethel, CT, please contact the caring staff at Elderly Caregivers, LLC  today. (203) 628-7438

Sources

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3276215/

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Bernadette Applegreen

Owner at Elderly Caregivers, LLC.

Bernadette Applegreen, began her career in South Africa where she trained in nursing and began caring for the elderly right out of high school. When she came to United States in 1988, she was recertified as a licensed practical nurse and continued her work. Her 34 years of experience includes work in nursing homes, hospitals and patient’s private homes. Bernadette’s dedication and deep concern for her patients led to the creation of Elderly Caregivers. She saw how important it was for the aging population to live in their own homes for as long as possible. They functioned better, were happier and more assured in a familiar environment. In addition, Bernadette saw that home care could be less expensive than the nursing home option. Elderly Caregivers has been taking care of Seniors with an array of different diagnoses and needs. They are treated as individuals and are provided an individual care plan. It is encouraged that clients and family members participate in the process.

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