Health and vitality are important at any age. A key role in this is played by sufficient exercise, community activities and the joy of trying things out. For citizens of a more mature age who would like to get fit or stay fit, there are special exercise programs offered by the city of Stuttgart.
The common intention of the programs is regular exercise, which has a positive effect at any age. If one is largely healthy and has sufficient strength, stamina and a secure balance, one can manage everyday tasks more easily in old age and lead an independent life.
Why is exercise so important, especially in old age?
Regular exercise is important for everyone - whether young or old. But especially in old age, it is all the more important to keep going. Because those who get enough exercise:
- helps maintain mobility, independence and autonomy and can thus reduce the need for care in old age.
- improves the performance of the cardiovascular system and can thus prevent diseases such as diabetes, cardiac insufficiency, arteriosclerosis and high blood pressure.
- strengthens the immune system, especially exercise in the fresh air.
- strengthens muscles, improves balance and can therefore help prevent falls.
- maintains bone and muscle mass and therefore protects against osteoporosis.
- also keeps the mind moving and can therefore prevent dementia.
- helps maintain a healthy body weight.
- facilitates new contacts and the exchange with like-minded people.
- promotes the release of the “happiness hormone” endorphin.
Programs at a glance
Promoting physical activity in inpatient facilities
Promoting physical activity among older people
District walks
Movement passport
Office for Sport and Exercise
Andi Mündörfer
Head of Physical Activity Promotion and Sports Development
