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| Walking Promotions, 2009, $15.95
http://www.amazon.com/Boomerwalk-Boomers-Replace-Running-Racewalking/dp/0965532844/ref=sr_1_92?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1277560612&sr=1-92
Makes the case for an activity that is more demanding than walking but still low-impact. |
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| http://ezinearticles.com/?Seniors---Feeling-Sporty?-Popular-Sports-and-Activities-Among-Seniors&id=864223
Degg gives a brief pitch for 13 physical activities, almost all of which you can do by yourself. |
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| Storey Publishing, 1998, $19.95
http://www.amazon.com/Taking-Riding-Adult-Horse-Wise-Guides/dp/1580170811/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1277561409&sr=1-4
Focuses on where to learn about horseback riding, and where to buy and board a horse, but does not describe the nitty-gritty of grooming and riding a horse. |
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| http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/education/seniors.cfm, Free
Offers some good information and tips for older people returning to a bicycle after a long time away, and provides some relevant links to other sites. |
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| http://www.startedsailing.com/exercise-for-seniors.html, Free
Makes a brief pitch for sailing, even for older people who have not done it before, and offers basic information about sailboats, sailing equipment, and how to get started. |
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| Self-published, 2008, $18.00
http://www.amazon.com/Geezers-Groomers-Parabolics-Senior-Revolution/dp/0977991113/ref=sr_1_31?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1277236230&sr=1-31
Fischer's book is based on interviews with older skiers. It is more generically informational and inspirational, rather than being a “how-to” guide. |
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| Human Kinetics, 1998, $19.95
http://www.amazon.com/Cycling-Past-50-Ageless-Athlete/dp/0880117370/ref=pd_sim_b_10
A highly regarded book for cyclists of all types, including road riders, mountain bikers, and track racers. |
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| Meyer and Meyer, 2006, $16.95
http://www.amazon.com/Running-Until-Youre-Jeff-Galloway/dp/1841261920/ref=pd_sim_b_1
Appears to be the best book out there for older people running for exercise and pleasure, rather than for competition. |
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| Human Kinetics, 1999
http://www.amazon.com/Swimming-Past-50-Ageless-Athlete/dp/0880119071/ref=pd_sim_b_1
An excellent book for older swimmers, though it is not intended for beginners. |
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| Derrdale Press, 2003, $18.95
http://www.amazon.com/Over-Hill-Into-Woods-Outdoors/dp/1586670948/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1277235955&sr=1-17
A very good, but not totally upt-date, guide to hiking for seniors. |
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| Brassey's Inc., 1999
http://www.amazon.com/Senior-Golfers-Answer-Book-Publications/dp/1574881418/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1277235955&sr=1-13#noop
Harriet and Grazi cover both the mental and the physical aspects of the game, as you age. |
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| http://www.horserentals.com/horses.html, Free
Many, though not all, stables and riding academies offer riding programs for older adults, or offer boarding or leasing programs, so you should check out this directory if you want to explore horseback riding for exercise or fun. |
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| http://www.seniorsoftball.org/, Free
Information about senior softball tournaments. |
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| http://www.itftennis.com/seniors/, Free
Information about tennis competitions for seniors. |
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| Turtle Press, 1999, $16.95
http://www.amazon.com/Martial-Arts-After-Sang-Kim/dp/1880336294/ref=sr_1_22?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1277237188&sr=1-22
Kim deals with all the issues you would want to see covered, including how to prevent injury and how to keep up in classes filled with younger students. |
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| http://gerontologist.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/49/S1/S100
The authors argue that the research literature appears to have underestimated the benefit of physical activity for previously sedentary older adults because the prescribed dosages are not consistent with those recommended. |
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| First American Publishing, 2008, $14.95
http://www.amazon.com/Getting-Staying-Beyond-Middle-Doesnt/dp/0976759918/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1277561943&sr=1-3
Easy-to-follow help with step-by-step plans for strength training, cardio exercise, nutrition and stretching. |
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| http://www.50plus.org/, Free
Dedicated to getting the word out to older athletes about competitive and participatory opportunities. |
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| http://www.ussa.org/magnoliaPublic/ussa/en/sports/masters.html, Free
Links you to information about masters skiing, how to get started, events, etc. |
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| http://masterstrack.com/, Free
Keeps you informed about upcoming meets and results from recent ones, and also provides a forum where you can discuss track and field issues with other older running enthusiasts. |
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| http://www.msblnational.com/main.aspx, Free
Info about 325 local affiliates, 3,200 teams and 45,000 members who play organized amateur baseball in local leagues, 30 regional tournaments and six national tournaments (for men only). |
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| McGraw-Hill, 2005
http://www.amazon.com/Age-Not-Handicap-Complete-Playing/dp/0071444165/ref=sr_1_20?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1277235955&sr=1-20
Morelli provides a thorough improvement plan for players over 50, with helpful step-by-step photographs and practice drills. |
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| http://www.nationalmastersnews.com/, Free
This is a website as well as a magazine you can subscribe to. The website also can connect you to running clubs, coaches, and products suited to older runners. |
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| http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesforeverybody/f/Seniors.htm, Free
Basic information and links concerning Pilates for seniors. |
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| http://www.pnsamasters.org/index.htm, Free
A good site if you are serious enough about skiing to want to do it competitively. This site covers the Pacific Northwest, but also links to other regional sites. |
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| Lyons Press, 2004
http://www.allbookstores.co.uk/book/1592282504/The_Senior_Rider_Getting_the_Most_Out_of_Horse_Sports_When_You_re_Over_50.html
The only book we've found on this subject specifically for seniors, but out of print, and so you might need to check with your library to find a copy. |
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| http://gerontologist.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/49/S1/S86
This investigation provides insight into the extent to which walking is associated with preservation of cognitive health, setting the stage for future longitudinal studies and commu-nity-based interventions. |
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| http://www.fiba.com/pages/eng/fc/baskBasi/cate/p/openNodeIDs/1024/selNodeID/1024/seni.html, Free
Information about senior basketball, for men and for women, at all levels of competition, from local to international. |
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| http://seniorsoftball.com/, Free
Information about local, national, and international softball for seniors. |
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| http://seniors.lovetoknow.com/Seniors%27_Bicycle_Accessories, Free
Information about bicycling equipment for older riders, to enable comfortable and safe cycling |
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| http://dir.yahoo.com/Recreation/Sports/Cultures_and_Groups/Seniors/, Free
Lists a number of sporting opportunities and organizations for older participants. |
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| http://www.travelwithachallenge.com/Trekking-Poles.htm, Free
Info about how you can use trekking poles to hike with more comfort and safety. |
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| Touchstone, 2001, $13.95
http://www.amazon.com/ROWING-AGAINST-CURRENT-Learning-Scull/dp/0684863308/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1277490956&sr=1-4
Strauss's book is not a training guide, but his personal story might very well inspire you. |
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| http://www.usms.org/, Free
Offers information on swimming for health and fitness, and on age-appropriate training, and can also link you to local swimming programs. |
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| http://www.usapa.org/, Free
What? You haven’t heard of pickleball? The game was invented in the 1970s and is an excellent sport for seniors. This site tells you all about it. |
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| http://biomedgerontology.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/64A/7/778
The authors find that people who have been physically active since midlife need less end-of-life inpatient care, though patterns differ between men and women. |
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| Human Kinetics, 2007, $17.95
http://www.amazon.com/Strength-Training-Past-50-Ageless/dp/073606771X/ref=pd_sim_b_1
Tells you everything you need to know to get started, including how to find a suitable trainer |