How Seniors Can Keep Their Minds and Bodies Active

For seniors, staying active can not only help to prolong life, but it can offer a better quality of life as well. With exercise, the two go hand-in-hand. Whether you want to become more physically active or more mentally active, staying active, in general, will help both your body and mind feel energized and engaged.

Start Moving

You don’t need to work up an intense sweat to stay active. Simple activities that get the body moving are a great way to keep your blood pumping and your mind engaged, all while avoiding strain to the body. Golfing is a light sport activity that keeps you moving and gets you outdoors for some fresh air. Other light activities, like going on walks or yoga, are a great way to move the body as well!

A lot of these activities also allow you to get your friends involved as well! Planning a golf outing with a friend or taking a walk outside with a neighbor is a great way to get moving while not thinking about the exercise you are doing.

Get Social

Social activity is just as important as keeping your body active. Many seniors live alone and only see their family every now and then. It can get very lonely and lead to seniors feeling sad and depressed. That is why it’s important to keep your mind active!

There are many clubs that are organized specifically for seniors such as book clubs, art clubs, or sports clubs (like bowling or golfing). Getting involved in these clubs helps you meet new people with similar interests and hobbies. For seniors that may not be able to leave their house easily, staying engaged online can help to satisfy your social craving. Staying connected to friends and family via social networks such as Facebook keeps you socially active and involved, no matter how far apart you are.

Join The Workforce

Whether you are able to get a very easy part-time job or decide to volunteer, utilizing these skills can help to give seniors a sense of purpose. Many retirees lose their sense of identity without a job, much like they might feel with a limited social life. Having a job keeps you stimulated, social, and active. You have the opportunity to learn new things and meet new people!

If you would like some tips on how to stay active – physically and mentally – contact our team of Service Coordinators today! We would be happy to help you, especially if you’re faced with challenges that make these tasks a little harder.

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Start Moving

You don’t need to work up an intense sweat to stay active. Simple activities that get the body moving are a great way to keep your blood pumping and your mind engaged, all while avoiding strain to the body. Golfing is a light sport activity that keeps you moving and gets you outdoors for some fresh air. Other light activities, like going on walks or yoga, are a great way to move the body as well!

A lot of these activities also allow you to get your friends involved as well! Planning a golf outing with a friend or taking a walk outside with a neighbor is a great way to get moving while not thinking about the exercise you are doing.

Get Social

Social activity is just as important as keeping your body active. Many seniors live alone and only see their family every now and then. It can get very lonely and lead to seniors feeling sad and depressed. That is why it's important to keep your mind active!

There are many clubs that are organized specifically for seniors such as book clubs, art clubs, or sports clubs (like bowling or golfing). Getting involved in these clubs helps you meet new people with similar interests and hobbies. For seniors that may not be able to leave their house easily, staying engaged online can help to satisfy your social craving. Staying connected to friends and family via social networks such as Facebook keeps you socially active and involved, no matter how far apart you are.

Join The Workforce

Whether you are able to get a very easy part-time job or decide to volunteer, utilizing these skills can help to give seniors a sense of purpose. Many retirees lose their sense of identity without a job, much like they might feel with a limited social life. Having a job keeps you stimulated, social, and active. You have the opportunity to learn new things and meet new people!

If you would like some tips on how to stay active - physically and mentally - contact our team of Service Coordinators today! We would be happy to help you, especially if you're faced with challenges that make these tasks a little harder.
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