EXERCISE AND THE ELDERLY

By Rispoli Law, PPLC


Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer

Exercise is important for our health and physical fitness, but did you know that it is also a key to maintaining a high-functioning brain?  As we age, our bodies start to become weaker and frailer than they once were. Some seniors may start to notice a decline in memory as well as cognitive function and wellbeing.  Regular exercise is very important for older individuals looking to maintain a healthy body and mind. So, how can seniors get interested and motivated to regularly exercise? Nursing services Delray Beach, FL offers know how to help.

A fitness tracker is an easy way to motivate seniors to exercise.  Fitness trackers help keep track of the steps you take in a day, they remind you when it is time to get up and move, and they can even help with personal goals you wish to achieve each day.  Fitness trackers are an easy and stylish way to help you or an aging loved one become more motivated to be physically active and alert.

Another way to help older individuals get motivated to exercise is to encourage them to take a low-impact class that has them move their body and elevate their heart rate.  Yoga, Zumba, Ballroom Dance, Tai-Chi, and Water Aerobics can be a great way to exercise and have fun while doing it. An added benefit to taking a class is the connection and comradery with other seniors who share the same interest in staying healthy through exercise.  When we are around others with similar interests it is much easier for us to stay motivated – plus you might even make a new friend!

It is important that seniors do not feel intimidated or overwhelmed by the idea of exercise.  You can help your aging loved one by eliminating the barriers that prevent them from their exercise routine.  If they cannot get a fitness tracker or join a class, get creative! Simple exercises in the home like chair yoga, or a walk in the neighborhood to look at new flowers, or an outing to the zoo or the mall can greatly benefit the body and brain.  Exercise does not have to be hard and the motivation to exercise can come easily when you realize that the ability to improve your body and mind is incredibly achievable.

When seniors exercise, they will notice a dramatic difference in their health and happiness.  It is important to get creative and help motivate your aging loved one to exercise – don’t be surprised when they start to invite you for a walk around the neighborhood!

 

 

Thanks to Expicare Nursing Agency for their insight into home care and exercising for seniors.