New Health Models Q&A Senior Health Geriatric Fitness

What fitness programs are suitable for older men?

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Asked on:Apr 01, 2026 04:25 AM

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  • Coral Coral

    Apr 01, 2026

      elderly When you get older, you don’t have much to do every day. exercise It’s a good habit, but experts remind these elderly people male Friends, be careful when choosing sports. Fitness can strengthen your body. However, sometimes improper selection of sports can harm your body and even hurt the male prostate.

      Some men sign up for senior cycling teams to exercise, while some seniors choose equestrian events. Experts remind you to prevent or relieve prostate disease From the perspective of symptoms, it is not recommended to choose exercise such as horse riding or long-distance cycling.

      Riding a bicycle for too long, riding a bicycle too high, or having a bumpy road can over-stimulate the prostate, causing it to become swollen, congested, or damaged, leading to prostate disease.

      It is recommended that if you have to ride a bicycle, you should adjust the position of the saddle. The height should be moderate. It is best to use soft cushions for the saddle. The front of the saddle should be slightly lower than the rear.

      For menopausal men, in addition to jogging and walking to exercise, you can also choose swimming. Because swimming is not only a good way to improve immunity and keep fit, but it can also promote local blood and lymph circulation in the prostate, make the secretion of prostate fluid more vigorous, and help prostatitis subsidence of symptoms.

      Most patients with prostatitis will experience urinary discomfort such as frequent urination and urgency, but a small number of people will experience painful symptoms, such as swelling and pain in the perineum, symphysis of the toes, and cramping in the lower abdomen. Some people may experience pain in the urethra, anus, or lower back, or even reflexively radiate pain around the prostate.

      In addition, life stress will increase the chance of prostate disease. When life stress eases, prostate symptoms will be relieved, so try to maintain a relaxed state, such as going outdoors with your family to exercise. Moderate physical activity can help enhance the body's resistance and improve local blood circulation in the prostate.