8 Safe Exercises for Seniors

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8 Safe Exercises for Seniors
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Physical activities and exercises have been
proven to prevent a majority of health conditions
including, certain cancers, cardiovascular
disease, diabetes, and cognitive impairment.
Elderly people should take part in exercise
programs or day-to-day activities that can boost
endurance, balance, flexibility, and overall
strength. Here is a list of eight easy and safe
exercises suggested by reliable Centennial home
care providers.
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1. Cycling
It is a low-impact, fun-filled activity that
provides several benefits. Whether your senior
loved one prefers a traditional bike, recumbent
bike, or stationary bike, riding daily can boost
mood, enhance cardiovascular function, and
alleviate arthritis pain. Several communities
have created paths around the area that are
designated for cyclists.
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2. Golf 
It is a great activity to enjoy outdoors, the
sunshine, fresh air, and scenic locations.
Playing golf with multiple players provides
socialization opportunities. Swinging a club,
twisting, and bending while playing enhances
cardiovascular health, strength, and flexibility.
Walking from one hole to another without using
golf cart enhances overall health and wellbeing.
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3. Stretching
National Institute on Aging states seniors stay
flexible and limber by stretching. General poses
can be performed before going to bed and first
thing in the morning. Regardless of the type of
exercise your senior loved one selects, he or she
should spend a few minutes to stretch the muscles
before and after activity.
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4. Water Aerobics
These classes are quite popular among seniors.
Providing low-impact alternatives for a regular
exercise routine, water aerobics builds muscles
from the water resistance. It also elevates heart
function, boosts overall health, dilates blood
vessels, and prevents falls-related injuries.
Centennial home care professionals can help your
aging loved one performing difficult exercises.
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5. Swimming
The stress upon bones, muscles, and
weight-bearing joints is also reduced due to the
buoyancy of the water. Swimming also lessens the
chances of injury compared to several other
endurance exercises. While completing laps,
seniors build muscle mass in their thighs, arms,
shoulders, legs, and back. bone density loss. 
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6. Tai Chi
If your loved one is looking for activities that
can enhance concentration and focus while moving
several muscles, tai chi poses are a great
option. This is a low-impact activity, and it can
boost strength, flexibility, and overall balance
by toning and stretching various muscles. Seniors
don't need to spend money on special equipment or
clothing to join a basic class. Several cities
offer outdoor sessions in community parks. 
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7. Walking 
This activity is famous from ages and can take
place outside as well as inside, any time of day.
Seniors can enjoy several cardiovascular benefits
while building endurance and strength through
this low-impact activity.
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8. Strength Training
Lifting everyday items can become difficult as
muscles groups start deteriorating with age.
However, seniors can engage in strength training
activities to prevent muscle weakness. The
intensity and type of the strengthening exercise
can also impact metabolism among older adults.
Helping seniors maintain blood sugar and healthy
weight, this activity is easily accomplished by
simple steps. Your loved one can also add
resistance by using dumbbells, ankle weights, or
elastic bands.
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communities like Englewood, Littleton, Southeast
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caregivers who can serve your loved hourly or on
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high-quality care and help seniors in daily
activities. We offer no long-term contracts or
upfront costs. We provide high standard quality
care to seniors. We can make your loved ones
life easier. Get in touch with one of our care
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