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27 July 2007  Exercise 'invaluable' for the elderly
Older Britons have been advised to exercise when they can to reap the possible benefits, including an increase in fitness and general wellbeing.

Help the Aged stresses the importance of selecting the appropriate activity depending on ability and suggests consulting a GP before starting a new type of exercise.

Mike Foster, public relations account manager at the charity, said: "Exercise is invaluable.

"Scientific research offers nothing but good news about the benefits of exercise."

While noting that high-impact exercise could damage joints in older individuals and other risks, a standard amount of general exercise can be good for the joints and boost bone strength, the immune system and cardiovascular health.

The organisation adds that older Britons can also benefit mentally from undertaking a new challenge, with new exercises helping to keep the brain alert.

Last February, senior travel insurance provider Saga reported that a tenth of older Britons already participate in extreme sports, including mountain climbing, skiing or snowboarding.

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