Exercise

Heart Health for Seniors

Heart Health for Seniors

In 1964, more than half of American deaths were the result of cardiovascular disease. Although this percentage has decreased, heart disease is still the leading cause of death in the United States. Since seniors are especially at risk, it is important that caregivers understand heart disease.

Finding the Right Mobility Aid for Your Aging Loved One

Finding the Right Mobility Aid for Your Aging Loved One

Approximately 1/3 of older people living at home fall at least once a year. It’s common for seniors to need mobility aids for safety and support. If a senior is unstable performing motions like sitting down or walking, it is essential to find mobility aids that fit their needs and ensure their safety.

Starting a Fitness Routine

Starting a Fitness Routine

When thinking of starting a fitness regime, many people may envision smelly gyms, sweaty feet, and plenty of grunting and pain. Often lofty goals, such as races or competitions, sway people from starting a sensible routine. Fitness goals should be about improving our health and how we interact with the world, not about increasing our status.

Quality of Life with Arthritis

Quality of Life with Arthritis

It is difficult to watch the ones you love struggle to perform daily tasks that they used to do with ease. However, while arthritis is not curable, there are many options for improving quality of life.

More Summer Exercise Ideas

More Summer Exercise Ideas

With spring in full swing, and summer steadily approaching, there’s an increase in opportunities to spend quality time with your loved ones outdoors. Time spent outside holds several benefits for seniors, (or anyone for that matter!) including sleep improvement, boosting one’s immune system, and increasing energy levels.

Summer Exercise Ideas for 2021

Summer Exercise Ideas for 2021

As the weather begins warming up, many folks are ready to get outside and soak up the sun! This is one of the best times of the year to get some fresh air and get in a bit of light exercise. If you’re looking for some ideas for fun exercise excursions that don’t require any equipment, here are a few.