As we get old our muscle mass and our strength often deteriorate. It is often said that older individuals should avoid exercise that is too strenuous, but this is actually not entirely true.

John Stanley chats to Gemma Whitley, Exercise Physiologist & General Manager of Vitality Club, about how balance is most important when it comes to exercise.

She explains why we shouldn’t avoid strength training and how we must not neglect it as it can be beneficial down the track to prevent serious injuries.

To find out more visit Vitality Club’s website here.

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