Seniors, what precautions should be taken when practicing sports?

Through the previous articles you understood why practicing sport as a senior is so important and you got a list of the soft sports recommended.

What precautions should you take?

The objective of sport activities beyond the age of 55 is not to break records. It is therefore essential to choose an activity that is adapted to your abilities.

Care should be taken before engaging in an activity, as the physical condition of the individual should be taken into account. Precautions should be taken from the age of 60, in particular, it is recommended to consult a doctor in order to check that the activity is suitable for your state of health.

Remember to have a healthy, balanced and varied diet and stay well hydrated!

How to help your body recover with natural products?

As you age, your tendons and ligaments harden. This makes you more prone to tendonitis… And if you are sedentary, resuming an unusual activity often brings on some discomfort. Also, certain foods cause inflammation such as refined sugars, sweetened drinks, processed meat… These fatty and sweet foods, often industrial, are a risk factor for inflammation.

The solution? Choose a balanced, healthy, and”anti-inflammatory” diet.