Are You Fit for Your Age?

 By Karen Asp

 Reviewed by Carol DerSarkissian, MD on May 01, 2022

Exercise can’t erase the years, but it can certainly help stave off the effects of aging. In fact, being physically fit is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health.

“Physical fitness helps reduce the risk of chronic disease and lower blood pressure and can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression among some individuals,” says Scott Cheatham, PhD, DPT, professor of kinesiology at California State University Dominguez Hills.

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Please let me know if you have plans to improve your health over the next few months. May is National Mental Health Month and physical health should be a part of your overall mental health plan. 

I thought you might find the attached paper of interest.

Please consider completing the “My Fitness Goals” survey to give me an idea of your goals for the summer or the remainder of the year.

Psychological Impact of Preventing Mental and Physical Health Conditions During COVID-19