Prevent Muscle Loss

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  1. 2. You should get at least 30 minutes of physical activity _____, most days of the week.
  2. 3. Aerobic physical activity increases your ____ rate and the body's use of oxygen.
  3. 6. All forms of physical activity are important. As part of your weekly physical activity, you should include balance training, aerobic and muscle ________ activities.
  4. 7. Being inactive increases your risk of sarcopenia. After age _____, our bodies become less efficient at creating and maintaining muscle tissue, resulting in as much as a 3-5% muscle loss per decade.
  5. 9. Prevent age-related _____ loss, called sarcopenia, by staying active as you age.
  6. 10. Physical activity is important for the immune system. It helps you sleep better, decreases anxiety, and boosts your _____ health.
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  1. 1. _______ is one of the simplest and most popular forms of physical activity.
  2. 4. _______ can help people with chronic health conditions like arthritis, depression, diabetes, or heart disease cope with symptoms and improve their overall health.
  3. 5. If you haven’t been active in a while, start by gradually increasing the time and intensity of your activities. And talk with your _______ provider about the types and amount of physical activity that is right for you.
  4. 8. Strength or ______ training is any physical movement that increases muscle strength by having muscles work against a weight or force.