Move Better After 60: Arthritis Exercise Handbook: Simple, Low-Impact Exercises for Improving Flexibility, Strength, Balance, Mobility, and Daily Function - Softcover

Harrison, Barbara

9798192025567: Move Better After 60: Arthritis Exercise Handbook: Simple, Low-Impact Exercises for Improving Flexibility, Strength, Balance, Mobility, and Daily Function

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ISBN 13: 9798192025567

Publisher: Independently published, 2026

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Book Description
Living with arthritis does not mean you have to give up on movement, strength, or an active lifestyle. Move Better After 60: Arthritis Exercise Handbook is a practical, easy-to-follow guide designed to help older adults incorporate gentle, purposeful exercise into their daily routines.
As we age, stiffness, reduced mobility, muscle weakness, and concerns about balance can make everyday activities more challenging. The right exercises, performed gradually and with appropriate modifications, can help support physical function and make movement feel more manageable.
This handbook introduces a variety of senior-friendly exercises that can be adapted to different ability levels. You will discover practical techniques for warming up, improving mobility, strengthening muscles, developing flexibility, practicing balance, and incorporating low-impact cardiovascular activity into your routine.
Inside this book, you will learn:

How arthritis can affect movement and why staying active matters after 60
Gentle warm-up and mobility exercises for stiff joints
Low-impact strength exercises that support everyday movements
Flexibility and range-of-motion exercises
Balance and stability exercises designed to support confident movement
Chair exercises for days when standing activity is difficult
Walking and other low-impact cardiovascular activities
Practical ways to structure a weekly exercise routine
Strategies for modifying exercises according to your abilities
A simple four-week progression for developing consistency
Tips for creating sustainable exercise habits and tracking your progress

Each exercise is presented with practical, step-by-step instructions so you can understand how to approach the movement before adding it to your routine. The emphasis throughout the book is on controlled movement, gradual progression, safety, and consistency rather than intense workouts or complicated equipment.
Whether you are just beginning to exercise, returning to activity after a period of inactivity, or looking for new ways to stay mobile, this handbook provides a practical foundation for building a more active lifestyle after 60.
You do not need to be an athlete to benefit from movement. Start at your current ability, make appropriate modifications, and gradually build your confidence.
Move gently. Build strength. Improve mobility. Stay active.
Note: This book is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice. Readers with significant pain, recent surgery, major mobility limitations, or other health concerns should seek appropriate professional guidance before beginning a new exercise program.

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