You probably already know the links between getting exercise and staying healthy longer, but did you know it’s not just your body that benefits? Nelson Mandela said, “Exercise is the key not only to physical health but to peace of mind.” Staying physically fit connects wellness and health throughout your being—mental, emotional, and physical. But how does that happen? If you live in or are considering a move to a retirement community like Buckner, how do you make sure that you’ll be able to exercise the way you prefer and in ways that will benefit your overall health? In Buckner’s senior recreational programs, we offer senior living fitness classes that help keep our community members developing and reaching fitness goals.
To learn more about fitness programs in senior living and how exercise programs boost health, call Buckner Retirement Services at 214.227.7182. We can discuss the numerous opportunities to improve your heart and get endorphins while building muscle, balance, and agility.
How Exercise Programs Boost Health
Exercise programs help not only your body but also keep your mind fit and healthy. Some of the great benefits of exercise in a senior fitness program include improvements in the following areas:
- Flexibility
- Balance
- Heart strength
- Muscle strength
- Endurance
- Sleep
- Weight management
In addition, a regular exercise program does the following:
- Improves mental health because of the endorphins released
- Improves cognitive health and reduces the risk of dementia
- Prevents diseases like diabetes or cardiovascular disease
- Reduces the risk of injuries from falls due to improved balance and strength
- Provides opportunities for social interaction
- Increases longevity
You do not have to pursue your fitness goals to the exclusion of all else. In fact, you can reap numerous health benefits by exercising just thirty minutes a day. Not everyone loves to work out, but exercise is not only about doing crunches or bicep curls. Well-rounded senior living fitness classes and exercise programs can appeal to a range of people, from gym rats to reluctant exercisers.
Fitness Programs in Senior Living
Many people of all ages find that having a structured exercise program helps them stay on task and reach their fitness goals. For example, joining a dance class or a dumbbell class helps you stay on course because you are surrounded by others who are equally committed. Having an instructor to change things up keeps it interesting. Having a teacher also helps you avoid injury. Doing an exercise incorrectly brings risks of muscle pulls or loss of balance. In a class or exercise program, the instructor can ensure you are moving correctly and safely, as well as modify exercises based on any limitations or pre-existing injuries you have.
Group fitness classes at Buckner Retirement Services communities throughout Texas are part of our recreational programming. These exercise programs offer our community members and opportunity to stay healthy, mentally sharp, and connected to others in fun and social ways.
Some of the opportunities at Buckner include:
- Yoga or chair yoga
- Swimming
- Strength training
- Tai Chi
- Stretching
- Walking on our many safe trails
Staying fit is one of the best ways to help stave off some of the health concerns that plague individuals as they get older. Being proactive with your health is an effective approach to longevity that’s within your control.
Start Your Fitness Journey at Buckner Retirement Services’ Senior Living Community
To find a senior living community that’s right for you, you can visit any of our communities, including:
- Houston (Parkway Place)
- Austin (Buckner Villas)
- Beaumont (Calder Woods)
- Dallas (Ventana by Buckner)
- Longview (Westminster Place)
- San Angelo (Baptist Retirement Community)
Whether someone is in independent living, assisted living, or memory care, there are ways to keep muscles supple and strong and boost the well-being that comes from physical activity.
Call Buckner Retirement Today for More Information on Exercise Programs to Boost Health
We’re more than a senior living community. Here you’ll find all the luxurious amenities that make for an outstanding quality of life. Exercise programs are one part of a larger plan to keep you healthy for as long as possible. Contact our team today at 214.227.7182 or submit our online contact form.