Health Healthy Living Getty Images Quiz: What Do You Know About Getting Fit After 50?

Test your knowledge on the perks of working out

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false, "explanation" : "Regular exercise has been linked to improved memory and thinking skills — it may even be able to delay the onset of dementia. Plus, it can help you feel less anxious

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exercising again after some time away, pick your favorite workout routine and see how fit you are compared to where you used to be.", "answers" : [ { "answer" : "True", "correctAnswer" :

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lates, a treadmill, weightlifting — exercise is exercise, so pick your favorite activity and stick with it.", "answers" : [ { "answer" : "True", "correctAnswer" : false }, { "answer" :

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