Age when adults ‘start to notice aches and pains in their body’ confirmed

A recent study has revealed that seven in ten adults over the age of 40 enjoy being active, but nearly a third (31 per cent) feel held back by aches and pains. The survey, which involved 2,000 adults in their fifth decade, found that two in five people over 45 can’t touch their toes while standing up...̲S̲e̲e̲ ̲F̲u̲l̲l̲;̲ ̲O̲r̲i̲g̲i̲n̲a̲l̲ ̲P̲o̲s̲t̲.̲

Only three in ten have tried yoga, with knees and lower back being the first areas to cause discomfort.

Adults typically start noticing these pains in their mid- to late-40s, with almost two-thirds (64 per cent) saying their issues are chronic.

However, 65 per cent wish they could be more active, with 59 per cent prioritising their physical and mental health as they age. The research was commissioned by Voltarol to coincide with the launch of its Movement Coach website, which offers free advice on holistic pain management.

A spokesperson commented: “It’s interesting to see how little people are truly aware of the importance strong balance can have, particularly later in life. It’s not something you tend to think about but when..̲S̲e̲e̲ ̲F̲u̲l̲l̲;̲ ̲O̲r̲i̲g̲i̲n̲a̲l̲ ̲P̲o̲s̲t̲.̲