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Middle-Age Americans Less Mobile Than Ever

Category: Pam's Pearls of Wisdom  |  Permalink

Published: Thursday, May 06, 2010

Health experts see this as troubling individually and for society.  Physical disabilities that limit mobility are increasing among middle-age Americans and experts say the trend could have serious long-term consequences for the U.S. health-care system. 

Research has found that more than 40 percent of respondents 50 to 64 years old reported difficulty with at least one of nine physical functions. Many of these people reported having arthritis, rheumatism, neck problems, diabetes, depression, anxiety or emotional problems.  Many of these health issues began in their 30's and 40's. 
Affordable Fitness has a wonderful Senior Program and it's never to late to start exercising to improve strength, range of motion, cardiovascular health, agility, and mobility!

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