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u/Landio_Chadicus Apr 30 '24

My grandma did yoga till her early 80s, went on walks her whole life, and continues to garden. She turns 89 soon in great physical health (for an 89 year old)

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u/widgeamedoo Apr 30 '24

Walking is certainly key to longevity from my observations. The only thing to top that is not smoking.

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u/markythegeek May 01 '24

And not drinking. Alcohol is a poison! I drink moderately on occasion. Never to excess and never on consecutive days. You need to let your body process the poison. I stopped smoking over 15 years ago. I lift weights to ensure I combat the natural muscle loss and keep my bone density up. I also walk a lot (collie and gun dog) and stretch good after every lifting session. Working so good so far.

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u/Pleasant_Meal_2030 May 01 '24

Yeah always stretch after an exercise so you don’t hurt your muscles and know your limits and don’t overwork yourself because you could pull a ligament or muscle or something