{"id":4472,"date":"2022-10-04T08:57:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-04T08:57:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/verveseniorliving.com\/news-events-blog\/?p=4472"},"modified":"2022-10-03T21:01:09","modified_gmt":"2022-10-03T21:01:09","slug":"10-benefits-of-exercise-for-seniors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/verveseniorliving.com\/news-events-blog\/10-benefits-of-exercise-for-seniors\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Benefits of Exercise for Seniors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There cannot be enough said about the importance and benefit of regular physical activity. Defined as exercise, sport, and other physical activities such as hiking, stretching and yoga, the benefits of a combination of regular movement go beyond the physical to internal mind-spirit wellness. As we age, this becomes even more important to prevent cognitive decline, overall mood, and to maintain a quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s take a closer look at the 10 most prevalent benefits of exercise for seniors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>PHYSICAL MOBILITY AND AGILITY.<\/strong> Aging brings with it brittle bones and an increased risk of falling. Regular exercise and movement help the body maintain strength and flexibility which will improve balance and coordination, thereby reducing the risk of spills and broken bones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>MUSCLE STRENGTH<\/strong> is crucial to keep doing the things you love to do! And need to do, daily, increasing the chances of maintaining independence longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Regular exercise will <strong>IMPROVE QUALITY OF SLEEP<\/strong>and that better night\u2019s rest can make all the difference in mood and the body\u2019s natural ability to heal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>SOCIAL CONNECTION!<\/strong> Taking a class at a local community center or Life Enrichment activity at Verve Senior Living. Taking part in a group exercise class benefits the body, gives a sense of purpose, and elevates the spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Who couldn\u2019t use a bit <strong>MORE ENERGY <\/strong>every day? That extra boost one receives from exercising increases the chance of doing more in the future\u2014from exercise to daily activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Because everything builds upon everything else, that \u201cextra\u201d energy and motivation from exercising will put you in <strong>A BETTER MOOD <\/strong>as movement releases endorphins! Thus <strong>lowering the feelings of anxiety, depression and isolation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>EXERCISE<\/strong> <strong>REDUCES CHRONIC STRESS<\/strong> and its physical effects, thanks to more energy to tick those need-to-do items off the checklist and deal with daily stressors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Aerobic exercise <strong>IMPROVES COGNITIVE HEALTH.<\/strong> The physical act of being engaged and present, along with mental exercises, is crucial for aging adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>9.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>PREVENT DISEASE<\/strong> such as heart disease and diabetes, reduce blood pressure, and improve the body\u2019s overall immune functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.alzheimers.org.uk\/about-dementia\/risk-factors-and-prevention\/physical-exercise#:~:text=Exercising%20in%20mid%2Dlife&amp;text=Combining%20the%20results%20of%2011,reduced%20by%2045%20per%20cent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">According to the Alzheimer\u2019s Society<\/a>, regular physical exercise can also <strong>LOWER THE RISK OF DEMENTIA<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just 20-30 minutes of physical activity a day can make all the difference on the quality of your health, helping aging adults maintain overall quality of life. Need some tips on how to get your daily exercise in? We\u2019ve got you covered with these <a href=\"https:\/\/verveseniorliving.com\/news-events-blog\/easy-and-effective-ideas-for-seniors-to-stay-active\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">easy and effective ideas for seniors to stay active<\/a>, along with <a href=\"https:\/\/verveseniorliving.com\/news-events-blog\/our-5-tips-that-promote-healthy-aging\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 tips that promote healthy aging<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There cannot be enough said about the importance and benefit of regular physical activity. 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