It’s not uncommon to lose strength and dexterity with your fingers and hands as you age. In fact, musculoskeletal hand problems are common in people over 50, and this only increases with people over 65. This can be due to carpal tunnel syndrome, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and other issues. However, it’s not just about improving the strength of your …
Our memory declining is, unfortunately, a natural part of aging. However, there are lots of activities seniors can participate in to slow down the process as much as possible. Stimulating brain games are one of those options, and they’re fun too! In this article, we’ll go over some of the top games that exercise your brain, with traditional and online …
Tai chi has many physical and emotional benefits, but not everyone is familiar with the practice. Tai chi started out as a Chinese tradition, but it is now a popular form of exercise too. It has been associated with decreased anxiety and depression, improvements in brain functioning, and management of some chronic diseases, among other things. We’ll go over the …
The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes per week of heart-pumping exercise for heart health, but most of us aren’t getting that. However, 150 minutes is less than 22 minutes each day, and this activity can improve your overall health, prevent disease (like heart disease!), and improve quality of life. When you’re trying to add exercise into your …
The cold weather, less sunlight, and being cooped up indoors make it easy to feel a little down in the dumps in the winter. If you’re suffering from the winter blues, which can be diagnosed as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) if severe enough, getting outside and exercising is probably not at the top of your list of things to do. …
Osteoporosis, a condition where our bones become more brittle and liable to break, becomes a big concern as we get older. This is especially true for women, as hormone changes associated with menopause are one of the potential causes of this condition. However, there is something you can do to combat and prevent this issue: weight-bearing exercise. Weight-bearing exercise is …
Simple activities can become more difficult as we age, and this is often caused by both a loss of muscle strength and flexibility. Flexibility just means that your muscles and tendons are able to move in such a way that your joints (think knees, hips, elbows, etc.) are able to go through their full range of motion, which just means …
SCOA seniors enjoy using their walking poles for safe exercise!
As we get older, flexibility becomes even more crucial as it helps us increase our range of motion to accomplish everyday tasks. Stretching exercises are great for seniors as daily stretching can help you to become more flexible and athletic. They can also lower the amount of energy you need to move and prevent injury. Tips for Effective Stretching: Warm …
If you’re looking to start a new exercise routine or looking to change to something lower impact, swimming is a wonderful option. It is low impact and has a low risk of injury while working out all the muscle groups in the body. Read below for more of the health benefits of swimming for older adults. Improves heart health. Because …