The Golden Bachelor: The Benefits of Staying Fit in Your Golden Years
As “The Golden Bachelor” makes history for the popular TV franchise, it raises the question: What are the benefits of staying fit in your golden years? Meet Harry King, an 81-year-old corporate trainer for Planet Fitness in Greenville, South Carolina, who knows a thing or two about keeping the older generation in shape. In an interview with Fox News Digital, he shared his secrets to a life without physical restraints.
The Aging Population and Fitness
The aging population faces risks such as brittle bones, muscle loss, and endurance depletion. King believes in finding out the goals and limitations of his older clients, and working around those limitations to help them embark on their fitness journey.
“My brother-in-law fell and cracked his ribs and died in the hospital,” King shared. “He was 91.”
Working out not only strengthens muscles but also improves brain cell activity, according to King. It enhances balance, strength, and the ability to perform everyday activities like walking, housework, and lawn maintenance. King emphasized the importance of being fit to fully enjoy the small but meaningful things in life.
The Fitness Journey for All Ages
King has helped clients of all ages during his time with Planet Fitness. For older clients, he suggests starting with low-intensity, steady-state (LISS) cardio, which involves longer workouts of lower intensity. These low-impact exercises are easy on the joints and can be done at about 65% maximum effort.
Low-impact workouts, such as walking, stationary biking, and rowing, target different areas of the body and help prevent future injuries. King also advises working out with a partner or friend to build accountability.
The Importance of Technique and Right Equipment
King stresses the importance of understanding the correct technique and using the right equipment. It’s crucial to lift weights, use dumbbells, or operate machines properly to avoid injuries. He advises against lifting too much weight, as it can strain the body.
Whether young or old, the process of getting fit involves setting goals and recognizing limitations. King believes that consistency and a focus on a great lifestyle are key to achieving fitness.
Fitness and Relationships
King credits fitness for his strong bond with his wife of nearly 60 years. She supports him in his kayaking and hiking adventures across the state, which has kept their relationship connected and meaningful.
Inspiring a Generation
King is excited about “The Golden Bachelor” and sees it as an inspiration for seniors to stay active. He believes it will encourage people in their older ages to get up, get off the sofa, and live life to the fullest.
He hopes to inspire his older clients to start their fitness journey and emphasizes that it’s never too late to begin. The benefits of fitness are numerous, and King wants people to realize the positive impact it can have on their lives.
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Angelica Stabile is a lifestyle writer for Fox News Digital.
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