Almost anyone, at any age, can do some type of physical activity. You can still exercise even if you have a health condition like heart disease or diabetes. In fact, physical activity may help. For most older adults, brisk walking, riding a bike, swimming, weight lifting, and gardening are safe, especially if you build up slowly. But, check with your doctor if you are over 50 and you aren

To get all of the benefits of physical activity, try all four types of exercise:

• Endurance
• Strength
• Balance
• Flexibility

Be sure to get at least 30 minutes of activity that makes you breathe hard on most or all days of the week. That

Here are some things you can do to make sure you are exercising safely:

• Start slowly, especially if you haven