A Systematic Literature Review

Running Head: Physical Exercise 1

Physical Exercise 2
Introduction
Physical activity is vital in improving the wellbeing of older adults. Most studies have
proven the relationship that exists between regular physical exercise and improved health
status. Physical exercise improves the immune system that weakens as a person ages thus
reducing the risk of contracting diseases such as type II diabetes and heart diseases (Simpson
et al., 2012). Activities such as cycling, walking, and swimming do mental health which
helps individuals to maintain their independence as they age (Bherer, 2015). Because of these
and other benefits, it would be imperative to come up with exemplary physical exercise
routines to discuss with Marcus' aged group. Activities that could help the group maintain a
physically active are discussed in this paper.
Recommended Activities
It has been estimated that older adults should achieve about 2.5 hours of physical
exercise each week (Almeida et al., 2014). Walking and jogging for at least thirty minutes a
day is the best way to achieve the feat. These exercises improve organs functionality by
enhancing muscle flexibility and strength. By using a google fitness app, each member
should track the amount of distance and time spent walking. Since the group is a competitive
one the member with the highest score after each week is given a prize. Trying to outdo each
other will be fun and beneficial for the members. Walking is a moderate-intensity physical
exercise and the recreational facility will provide an excellent venue for the activity.
Since the group likes being outdoors, they can try out activities such as geocaching
and lawn-balling. In geocaching, one member of the group hides containers within the
recreational facility while others use the global positioning system to locate them. Lawn
balling involves a lot of bending and lifting weighted balls at the same time being fun as well.
The game creates a team spirit and will improve their social bonding. The team can also play
pickleball at the recreational facility. Pickleball is a low-impact game that keeps the heart