Strength training and aerobic exercise is helpful at any age.
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Look to exercise to extend life, even for the oldest, study say
Physical activity guidelines for older adults stress doing at least two days of strength training and 2½ hours of moderate to vigorous aerobic physical activity each week. Yet many people downplay muscle strengthening, relying on the heart-pumping benefits of aerobic exercise.
