#ThaiElders

A recent trend is emerging in the world of senior fitness: a 30-minute standing wall Pilates workout designed specifically for individuals over 60 is gaining attention for its potential to enhance strength, balance, and coordination. With many Thais in the senior age bracket seeking accessible and low-impact forms of exercise, this approach is proving especially relevant as daily activity and independent living become health priorities for Thailand’s ageing society (Tom’s Guide).

A renowned cardiologist and expert in longevity, now aged 70, has revealed that adding strength training to his routine transformed his health, making him fitter than ever—even compared to decades earlier. Sharing insights with TODAY.com, the cardiologist, an authority in cardiovascular medicine and aging research, admits that a lifetime focused purely on aerobic exercises like running and cycling left a critical gap in his regimen: neglecting resistance training. This realization prompted a fundamental shift. Now, after a year of consistently engaging in at least an hour of strength training three times a week, or shorter sessions more frequently, he credits resistance work with boosting his strength and fitness well beyond what aerobic activity alone ever achieved. “If I’m going to be old, I’d rather be strong and old,” he remarked, encapsulating a philosophy with deep resonance for Thailand’s fast-aging society (today.com).