How to feel like an Olympian in your 50s

We hear from Dr Michael Roizen, author of The Great Age Reboot, who shares simple tips to stay fit and explains why futness matters more as you age. Produced by: Ellenoor Shameli & Griesham Taan for BBC

Dr. Michael Roizen - Author of The Great Age Reboot

• Physical activity is important. The most important being “any”.
• 10,000 step per day equivalent
• Three times per week:
  • Resistance training to build muscle
  • Cardio activity: 20 minutes of cardio, 3x/week is the minimum for maximum benefit
  • 40 jumps/day on a hard surface to turn on the repair mechanism hips, spine and discs stronger
• Physical activity helps the Hippocampus, which the center for cognitive activity in the brain

Your Gray Matters' Point of view: 

• Physical activity is great, it keeps you fit in mind & body
• Go to a gym, don't do it at home. At a gym you get inspired and motivated, you can build a support group and meet new people