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Fitness for Seniors

Staying physically active through late adulthood is important for vitality, mobility, and overall health. A senior doesn’t need rigorous physical fitness training, though. Simple and functional movements can contribute to a senior’s overall fitness.

Here, you’ll find articles on fitness for seniors, tips on maintaining physical activity throughout the day and year, and ideas for safely maintaining physical fitness as one ages.

Improve Heart Health for Portland Seniors With Group Exercise Classes

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control says that physical activity “reduces the risk of dying from coronary heart disease and of developing high blood pressure, colon cancer, and diabetes.” As one of the leading causes of death in the United States, heart disease is a concern for many adults. By staying active through physical activity, […]

Improve Heart Health for Seniors in Seattle With Group Fitness Classes

Older adults in Seattle can stay physically active through local programs and events, helping themselves remain strong and healthy while encouraging longevity.  The U.S. Centers for Disease Control says that physical activity “reduces the risk of dying from coronary heart disease and of developing high blood pressure, colon cancer, and diabetes.” As one of the […]

Stay Active and Agile this November and Beyond!

Regular physical activity is crucial for maintaining your senior loved one’s physical and mental well-being. Football-themed armchair quarterback workouts provide a fun twist and help them stay active from the comfort of their chairs. We will explore the top 5 football-themed armchair workouts that you can implement to ensure your senior loved ones partake in […]

Keep Your Body in the Game This Season!

October is here, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to engage your senior residents in exciting armchair quarterback workouts. While staying active is crucial for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, it can also be fun and enjoyable. So, let’s put a football spin on exercising and dive into these 5 easy chair exercises that will […]

The Best Exercises to Avoid a Sedentary Lifestyle

The Best Exercises to Avoid a Sedentary LifestyleThe Best Exercises to Avoid a Sedentary Lifestyle A growing body of research shows that regular exercise is extremely important for seniors. It helps improve cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness, bone and functional health, reduce the risk of noncommunicable disease, depression and cognitive decline. Exercise also provides seniors with […]

Self Defense for Seniors

Older adults are often perceived as easy targets for criminals. They move more slowly and can appear weak and less nimble – all of which is a sign to criminals that they can be overpowered. In fact, a U.S. Department of Justice report noted that between 2003 and 2013, 93 percent of all crimes against people over age 65 were property crimes such as burglary and theft. Fortunately, there are

Mindful Walking to Prevent Falls

There seems to be a phenomenon where the more we hear something, the less we take it in. I suppose it’s akin to Peter Cries Wolf. One of those topics is falls. Many of us have heard the statistics, but after a while, they lose urgency or importance.

EXERCISES ANY SENIOR CAN DO

Working out at any age is never easy but working out as you get older can be especially difficult.

Exercises any senior can do

Working out at any age is never easy but working out as you get older can be especially difficult.

Stay Fit, Stay Active, and Get Moving at Any Age

Proper exercise can play an essential role in your energy, quality of life and overall health. But as we age, our bodies don't respond to exercise the way they used to. The muscle fatigue, joint aches and increased likelihood of injury that come with age doesn't make staying in shape very easy, but it can be done. Staying active later in life has been shown to decrease the likelihood of