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20 SOUTHERN SENIOR MAGAZINE | Spring 2024 Exercise is just as beneficial for older adults as it is for children and young adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, engaging in regular physical activity is among the most important steps older adults can take as they seek to safeguard their overall health. Such activity can prevent or delay many age-re- lated health problems and strengthen muscles while improv- ing balance, which can reduce risk for falls and injuries such as broken bones. The CDC notes that certain physical activities can be charac- terized as multicomponent activi- ties, which means they combine aerobic activity, muscle strength- ening and balance training. Exam- ples of such activities include dancing, yoga, tai chi, gardening, and even sports participation. Did You Know? S