Spring is a great time to get fit. The warmer weather makes it possible to enjoy outdoor activities. Seniors of all ability levels can find fun, healthy things to do when the sun shines. Exercise and an active lifestyle make a big difference in your mobility and quality of life. Studies have found that people…
For the elderly, water fitness is safe, fills the need for exercise, increases a body’s range of motion and is a low-impact exercise. There are a many reasons why swimming and water-based exercise may be the best choice for seniors. Water based exercises are second only to walking in lowest rates for injuries. They are…
There is good news on the Alzheimer’s front. Research into risk factors and predisposition have turned up some interesting correlations between general health, social well-being and Alzheimer’s disease. The Alzheimer’s Association has some suggestions that may help lower your risk of developing Alzheimer’s Disease. It’s almost become a joke. Forget the word you wanted to…
Older people experiencing age-related sleep issues are likely to find more long-lasting relief through the use of regular exercise than they ever will by using drug-related sleep aids. There are a number of reasons why exercise, particularly if performed at the right time of day, is considered the most positive sleep aid for seniors. None,…
Okay, we all know how hectic life is for people nowadays. We have jobs, kids, social lives, and other things that keep us busy. People have been questioning for years the ethical argument regarding putting elderly people into nursing homes. Some people think that putting the elderly in places where they can be properly cared…