
Should elderly people use trampolines?
0:00
3:40
Thanks to John Travers for the answer!Listener Francisco asked: I have been told that jumping on a trampoline is healthy for humans. It is considered as a good exercise; and also to better coordinate brain and body. I am 73 and wonder whether it is advisable for me to jump on a spring board?John - My work in reversing frailty and building resilience in older adults has made me a big advocate for resistance exercises like trampolining. This should be combined with consuming sufficient protein to turn that work into stronger muscles and bones. Jumping on a trampoline can improve cardiovascular... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
D'autres épisodes de "Question of the Week, from the Naked Scientists"
Ne ratez aucun épisode de “Question of the Week, from the Naked Scientists” et abonnez-vous gratuitement à ce podcast dans l'application GetPodcast.