At Family inHome Caregiving, we focus on making sure that senior get proper nutrition, enough social interaction, and the appropriate amount of exercise. But the question always comes down to, how much is enough and how much is too much? Everyone is different, so let your own body be the judge of that. But if you are feeling tired, try doing just a slight amount more the next day and eventually your stamina will build. There are a number of gadgets on the market to help you measure your activity, and one that is getting great reviews is the Fitbit Luxe, which you can get at amazon.com for about $150. It tracks your activity all day long, with things like number of steps, distance walked and number of calories burned off at the touch of a button—and it is waterproof to boot. You can also set a targeted heart rate for when you are exercising, and it will give you a buzz when you have hit your target. Give it a shot!
