As a senior, you've worked hard your entire life, put in the long hours, and sacrificed countless times-all with the idea that one day, you'll finally reap the rewards and enjoy your golden years. That day is now!

With simple, clear, and plain language, this book will help you hold on to your health and independence for years to come, even if you've never exercised before. The US National Institute on Aging reports that seniors lose their independence more from inactivity than from aging itself. To get you active, this book's 55 simple exercises will help you discover trusted and reliable ways to stretch and strengthen your entire body. Here is what's waiting for you inside:

• Instructions in plain and simple language.
• Illustrations to show you how to perform your movements.
• An explanation of how each exercise affects which muscles.
• Examples of specific daily activities that will become easier for you to do.
• Knowledge of why stretching is more than just loosening muscles.
• Education on how a stronger body can help you engage in more activities.
• How exercise can reduce or eliminate pains and increase your movements.
• The positive efforts of exercise on you physically and mentally.
• The importance of aligning your body with your mind.

You'll even get information on the benefits of eating better, staying hydrated, getting a good night's sleep, losing weight, and maintaining social interaction.

With this book, you can look forward to increased strength and greater flexibility. As a result, you'll remain independent and be able to live the life that you planned. So shake off any doubts, take on these exercises, and let's start living the good life. It's time!