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My dad is 75 and his health is deteriorating rapidly. He's never exercised in his life, and I've suggested that maybe he should start, but he's not interested.
by mcv 5y ago
My dad is 75 and his health is deteriorating rapidly. He's never exercised in his life, and I've suggested that maybe he should start, but he's not interested. I wish I could inspire him to make this kind of change, because I am getting worried about him.
- zemvpferreira 5y agoSame situation with my dad, only he has a real aversion to exercise due to childhood trauma. I've found 3 things help get my dad moving more: -Health scares. A worsening diabetic retinopathy has him afraid of losing his eye and that has helped me push for changes to his lifestyle. -Social pressure. I make it hard for him not to be around people who move a lot. -Sneaking it into our buddy time. I'll invite him to a movie (one of his favourite things) and then suggest walking to the theatre. He loves it. Things I haven't found helpful: -Sending him inspiring articles -Shaming him into working out -Worrying or whining about it to him.