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Physical activity is the crux of successful aging regardless of other factors.
Physiological Changes Common Diseases of Older Adults References Current Status and the Aging Boom Regular physical activity is an important component of a healthy lifestyle, regardless of age. Research conducted over the past several decades indicates that regular, moderate intensity physical activity provides substantial health benefits. Despite the recognized value of physical activity, few adults are physically active on a regular basis. Because inactivity increases with age, the majority of Minnesota's older adults are not physically active on a regular basis. This information may seem alarming today, but consider how Minnesota's population will change in the near future.