Five things that are not suitable for the elderly to exercise in summer

 　　many elderly Also active in fitness in summer exercise , in order to achieve the purpose of strengthening the body, curing diseases and prolonging life. However, due to the unique characteristics of summer, if the method is improper, it will not only be difficult to achieve the purpose of fitness, but also harmful. healthy。

　　1. It is not appropriate to be “empty””

　　The weather is hot in summer. When exercising, the human body sweats a lot and consumes a lot of water.； Therefore, it is necessary to replenish sufficient water and salt in time to maintain the body's water and electrolyte balance. Before exercise, it is best to drink some light salt water or mung bean soup in moderation.

　　2. It is not advisable to "expose"”

　　The location for exercise should be in a shaded area with trees. It is not advisable to exercise under sunlight, and it is not advisable to exercise bare-chested. When you feel too hot and sweaty, you can appropriately reduce the intensity of exercise, slow down or take a rest. Never take off your clothes and let the cool breeze blow directly on your body. ； Otherwise, it is very easy to be invaded by wind evil and get sick.

　　3. Don’t be too late”

　　As the saying goes, "A day's plan begins in the morning." Summer morning, the air is fresh and the climate is cool ； Especially before the sun comes out, it is the prime time to exercise, so it is better to exercise at this time. You should avoid exercising at noon or in the afternoon, as the heat and humidity are strong at this time, and the sun is as hot as fire, which can easily cause heat stroke or other accidents.

　　4. It is not advisable to "rush"”

　　That is, don't do exercises without preparatory activities. Because the elderly have loose muscles, stiff joints and ligaments, and uncoordinated limb functions after getting up in the morning, they should move their bodies before exercising, twist their waists, lift their legs, relax their muscles, and move their joints to increase the excitement of exercise and prevent accidental injuries caused by sudden exercise.

　　5. It is not appropriate to "excite"”

　　The elderly have poor adaptability to high-temperature environments and weak tolerance. When exercising, they must do what they can, step by step, and be comfortable, not intense and long-lasting. It is generally advisable to do some soothing activities, such as walking, Tai Chi, and radio exercises. Practice has proved that intense exercise not only consumes a lot of physical strength and energy, but also easily induces cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. disease。