Physical activity and exercise are an essential part of life, no matter what age you are, and they most definitely shouldn’t stop as you get older. Participating in regular exercise or maintaining an active lifestyle is important for remaining healthy and keeping your energy level high as you get older, whether taking part in a sport or hobby, like bowls, or embarking on daily walks to get your legs and body moving.
Many people, especially the elderly, spend many hours each day sitting or lying down, which can be a cause of heart disease, contribute to putting on weight, and even early death compared with the general population.
What Are The Benefits of Physical Activity for The Elderly?
As we get older, it becomes even more important to remain active in order to become healthier, with the World Health Organisation publishing a guide on the importance of physical activity for the elderly, stating that exercise is an efficient and cost-effective way of preventing the decline of older people’s functional capacity.
Physical activity is a necessity, no matter who you are, especially for elderly adults with limited mobility, which is why we have found some great exercises for those with limited mobility that work for different muscle groups in the body even if they cannot stand up:
Activities at Avon Park Care Home
At Avon Park, we are dedicated to providing our residents with the facilities and requirements needed to live a happy, healthy, and enjoyable lifestyle, which includes physical exercise sessions at our Southampton care home.
We know how important physical activity is and the benefits it brings to our residents, which is why each month, we do some of the following activities: ball throwing, armchair exercises, walks around our lovely garden, and a range of other mobility exercises, we also encourage any opportunity for some dancing time!
Accompanied by the proper nutrition we provide for all our residents during meal times, including catering to dietary requirements and ensuring good medication management, your loved ones will have access to the tools needed to maintain a happy and healthy lifestyle.
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Avon Park provides industry-leading residential care, assisted living services, and respite care, with our team of qualified and experienced professionals taking the time and care to ensure your loved ones receive all the help, attention, and assistance they need.
Are you interested in any of our expert care services? Book an in-person visit to our residential care home and get a feel for the friendly environment here at Avon Park. Alternatively, if you would like to speak to a member of our team, contact us today.
