EXERCISES THAT ARE SAFE FOR SENIORS

Easy Ways for Seniors to Exercise

Only about 28%-34% of people aged 65-74 are physically active. Exercise is essential for good health, but it can be risky if not performed properly. Use these exercises to encourage seniors to stay healthy. (HHS.gov)

Home Care Services Wyoming OH – EXERCISES THAT ARE SAFE FOR SENIORS

Without physical activity, seniors are at greater risk of health problems like heart disease. Their bones are more fragile and their blood pressure is higher. A number of other problems can result from lack of activity. That’s why seniors should use safe, easy exercises to stay fit. (Cdc.gov)

Simple Indoor Exercises

Exercising indoors tends to be safer for seniors than outdoors. It is important to ensure movements are gentle and can be adapted for different limitations so as to not over-exert aging hearts, muscles, and bones.

Great indoor exercises include:

• Walking
• Climbing steps
• Indoor swimming
• Balance exercises (while holding something stable)
• Light bodyweight exercises like squats

Since seniors are at risk of injury (especially from overuse) when exercising, it is best for seniors to learn and practice exercises with the help of an instructor or personal trainer. Performing exercises like these with a group can also make staying active more fun.
(Medicare.org)

Best Seated Exercises

For seniors who have balance issues or other physical limitations, seated exercises are the safest way to stay active. Try these seated exercises and stretches:

• Ankle and wrist rolls
• Arm circles
• Single leg calf raises
• Sit and stand motions
• Seated hip marches
• Seated torso twists

To keep bones and muscles strong, seniors can add light weights to these exercises. Weights that can be strapped on their wrists or ankles are the safest options.
(VeryWellFit)

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Mark Vollmer is the co-owner of Queen City Elder Care and performs the outside sales and finance functions of the company.He has over 25 years of healthcare industry experience including sales and sales management in home infusion and hospice services.

Michele Vollmer is a visionary leader who is perpetually searching for ways to improve, so to remain at the leading edge of the home care industry.She has served in the healthcare industry since 1989, including pharmaceutical and home health sales, as well as hospice sales and sales management.

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