The benefits of physical activity are possible for people of every age, not just the young. Having a physically active lifestyle throughout your entire 
life has significant benefits which include:
-decreased chance of cardiovascular disease
-improved cholesterol levels
-lower blood pressure
-decreased risk of several forms of cancer
-relieves arthritis
-improves sleep
Moderate physical activity can also help in recovery from heart attack and stroke. Possibly the greatest benefit of physical activity is the increased quality of life for older people. Exercising can improve self esteem,provide more social interaction, and improve with feelings of independence.
How physically active you are determines how healthy you will be in the years to come. Rather than treating diseases once they surface, we should be combating them with good diet and exercise. There is no reason you cannot envision yourself being independent and healthy long past midlife. Your doctor can advise exercises that will be good for you, and a fitness consultant or personal trainer at your fitness club can help design an exercise program.
