Welcome back to the ft Tip of the Week. This week we take a look at the benifits of training for elderly people, as well as percautions to be taken.

Eldery people can benefit from exercise just as younger people can. The benifits of exercise are virtually the same at any age. Some of the key benefits include the following:

Increased life expectancy  Increased resistance to fatigue  Improved cardiac function  Control of blood pressure levels  Strengthened tendons, ligaments, bones and muscles

There are however risks involved in exercise for elderly people, since they are generally at a higher risk of cardiac arrest and other life-threatening illnesses. The following percautions must be taken:

Always consult a doctor before begining a program  Never train alone, it's best to train in a supervised gym  Never train to the point of discomfort  Always have a spot when using free weights  Use machine weights when possible  You should feel refreshed after a workout, not in pain