Just because you are getting older doesn’t mean you have to give up on getting into shape and feeling good. Participating in activities that build your endurance, strength, balance and keep you limber will allow you to maintain an active lifestyle no matter what your age.

The following five exercises will help you achieve these goals.

1. Walk

Walking may not seem like exercise but it really is good for you and will help you lose weight. If you enjoy walking with others, get a friend to walk with you or find a walking group in your neighborhood. You can do your walking any place really including inside a mall, on a track, on a treadmill in front of the TV or just around your neighborhood. Walking provides a lot of variety so you won’t get bored and give up on your exercise plan. You can enjoy the company of old friends or you can make new ones while you walk for health.

2. Make a Splash

Water aerobics are a great exercise because it offers you a great workout with good results without putting any strain on your joints that comes with other exercises. You can find a water aerobics class right for you no matter how experienced you are. Check out gyms and fitness health clubs in your area as these places often offer water aerobics classes for all ages and skill levels. You just might make some new friends at your local water aerobics class.

3. Lift Those Weights

Not everyone who lifts weights ends up with big bulging muscles. You can lose weight from weight lifting and what you lose will be more fat than with other exercises. Weight lifting is especially good as you age because it helps maintain bone density, mobility and balance. This will help you stay active as you age.

4. Do Yoga

Even if you have never done it before, yoga can be tailored to your skill level. Some yoga poses are extremely difficult and take a lot of strength and balance but others are easy enough for beginners to do. Yoga will help your increase your flexibility and balance as well as relax you and even help you fall asleep easier.

5. Play Sports

You may not be the most athletic person but you can find a “for fun” sports league that you will enjoy and that will be glad to have you. Check with your local senior citizen center or community group to see what is available. Sports are great for building strength and endurance and staying in shape. If organized sports are not for you, just go throw a ball around with your grandchildren. That is great exercise too.

If you find an activity you enjoy, you’ll be more likely to stay with it and keep improving your fitness and health.