"Your father's morning exercise, although persistence is a good thing, some habits really need to be changed."
The doctor looked at the examination report and said helplessly to Pan Jianming who was standing next to him.
Pan Jianming is a 61-year-old retired teacher.
Every morning at four o'clock, he appeared in the park of the community and began his thunderous morning exercises.
For more than two decades, his morning exercise program has never stopped.
These include running, jumping, stretching, tai chi, and even handstands.
He always felt that these activities rejuvenated him and made his body feel greater.
It is not scientific to exercise the intensity from before retirement to after retirement, and it does not change with age.
However, a recent medical check-up has left Pan Jianming and his son, Pan Yang, a little worried.
The doctor sighed and began to explain: "Your father is indeed very persevering, and that is to be commendable.
But some habits do need to be changed, otherwise they will be harmful to the body.
After retirement, I like to train early, and the concentration of pollutants in the air is relatively high in the morning, especially at four or five o'clock.
Plants have not yet photosynthesized and the oxygen content in the air is low, but there is more carbon dioxide.
The doctor explained. In fact, some studies have pointed out that the air quality around 5 a.m. is often not as fresh as people think.
Some studies have also shown a direct link between air pollution and respiratory diseases.
Next, the doctor talked about the risks of strenuous exercise.
"For people of your father's age, exercise should be mainly soothing, and too strenuous exercise may hurt the joints and heart."
"There is data showing that excessive strenuous exercise increases the risk of arthritis in older adults, and may also trigger heart disease."
Although Pan Jianming's morning jogging and jumping exercises made him feel energetic, they also invisibly put pressure on his knees and heart.
Doctors advised him to try some low-impact exercises.
For example, walking, tai chi or yoga can not only maintain physical strength, but also reduce the burden on the joints.
The third thing, the doctor mentioned, was Pan Jianming's stretching and handstand.
Many older people find stretching and handstands to help them stay flexible and young.
But in fact, if these actions are not done properly, it is easy to cause muscle strains and blood pressure fluctuations.
The doctor cautioned, especially for such a difficult maneuver as handstands.
For older people with unstable blood pressure, it can lead to a lack of blood supply to the brain and even trigger syncope.
In fact, there is a case of an old gentleman in his sixties.
Because of the long-term difficult handstand exercises, the cervical spine was damaged, and finally had to undergo surgery.
Finally, doctors highlight an issue that is often overlooked – the issue of diet before morning exercise.
Many older people do morning exercise on an empty stomach, believing that this will burn fat faster.
But in fact, this is very detrimental to the health of the elderly.
There is a study that shows that after fasting exercise, older people are more likely to experience symptoms of hypoglycemia such as dizziness and fatigue.
These symptoms can lead to accidental falls or other accidents during morning exercise.
After listening to the doctor's explanation, Pan Yang and Pan Jianming were a little silent.
After more than 20 years of habit, there are so many hidden dangers.
In modern society, many people are pursuing a healthy lifestyle, so how to exercise scientifically in daily life.
What are the key points that should be paid attention to especially for the elderly?
For the elderly, the key to scientific exercise is moderation and safety.
Secondly, pay attention to the time and environment of exercise, and avoid outdoor activities during time and places with poor air quality.
Xiaobian has something to say: pay attention to the preparation before exercise, such as eating properly to prevent low blood sugar, and warming up to prevent strains.
Finally, check as soon as you feel unwell and adjust the amount and intensity of exercise according to your physical condition.
It is believed that these measures can help the elderly to exercise safely and effectively and stay healthy.