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The Best Home Exercise Routines for Seniors
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If you are a senior who is considering starting exercising again but do not want to leave the comfort of your own home, you have many options. This resource describes many simple exercises such as chair squats, arm raises, wall push-ups that you can incorporate into your everyday routine to enjoy the benefits of regular exercise.
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healthy aging, hobby, mental health, active aging
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Rated on: 4/24/2019 12:16:20 PM
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