Why exercise is beneficial for seniors

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Why exercise is beneficial for seniors
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• Life doesnt stop just because youre a member of
  a 55 community. As a senior, you can stay active
  by walking, dancing, swimming, and more. Read on
  to learn more about the benefits of being active
  as you age.
• More socialization
• As a senior, its easy to become isolated if
  youre not careful. If the kids are out of the
  house and your grandkids are getting older, then
  you may not always have a lot to do unless you
  schedule it. At our active senior community, we
  have a program where you can stay active with
  other residents. Such socialization is not only
  good for holding yourself accountable for
  physical activity, but its also good for your
  mental and emotional health.

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• Lower blood pressure
• Hypertension is a major problem in the United
  States regardless of age group. However, you can
  prevent this occurrence by moving around daily.
  According to the National Library of Medicine,
  exercise training in older people has been
  associated with health benefits, such as
  decreased cardiovascular mortality. Whether you
  do a low-impact activity, like walking 30 minutes
  a day, youre taking the right steps to keep your
  blood pressure at a healthy level.
• Better mental health
• Have you heard about endorphins being happy
  hormones? When you exercise, your brain releases
  these hormones called endorphins which are known
  for making you feel better. As a result, you can
  reduce stress and have a sense of well-being as
  you burn calories and work up a sweat.

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• Increase cognitive function
• Cognitive decline can happen as you age. Staying
  physically active works to keep your brain
  active. So, if you want to be as alert and
  mentally cognitive as possible, then avoid
  sitting in front of the TV all day. Find other
  members of the 55 community to chat with, dine
  with, play chess with, and attend a dance class
  or two.
• People in the 55 community have many ways to
  stay active. Something as simple as walking 30
  minutes a day and taking the stairs when possible
  can add so much to your life. You can also try
  yoga and Pilates to keep your limbs stretched and
  limber. Find out more about staying active as you
  get older and learn more about our community by
  contacting us today!

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Active Senior Living in East Windsor
Independent 55 Living in Manchester
Active Senior Living Community in Meadville