Exercise is the Key to Whole Body Well-Being

Benefits of Exercise

As we age, staying active becomes essential for maintaining our health. According to the CDC, just one session of moderate to vigorous exercise can improve both physical and mental well-being in adults 65 and older. Regular physical activity helps prevent many chronic conditions, keeping you feeling your best. The CDC recommends a well-rounded fitness routine that includes aerobic activities (like walking or swimming), strength training, flexibility exercises (such as yoga or stretching), and balance exercises to maintain mobility and overall fitness.

Better Sleep: Quality sleep is important for good health, but many seniors struggle with it. The good news is that regular exercise can help improve sleep quality. It helps regulate your internal body clock, promoting a more consistent sleep-wake cycle, while also reducing stress and anxiety — two common causes of sleep difficulties.
Chronic Health Conditions: Exercise lowers the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, arthritis, osteoporosis and diabetes, which can impact seniors’ quality of life. Regular exercise can help manage these chronic conditions.
Cancer Prevention: Exercise lowers the risk of eight cancers, including bladder, breast, colon, endometrium, esophagus, kidney, lung and stomach cancer.
Maintain Independence: Exercise plays a big role in helping you stay independent. Regular physical activity keeps you strong and able to perform everyday tasks with ease, allowing you to continue enjoying life to the fullest.
Bone Strength: Aging is often accompanied by a natural decline in muscle mass and bone density, which can lead to an increased risk of falls and fractures. Seniors can build strength and endurance, making it easier to perform everyday activities and reduce their vulnerability to falls and fractures.
Weight Management: Keeping a healthy weight is especially important as metabolism naturally slows with age. Regular exercise helps manage weight, contributing to better overall health.
Boost Mood: Regular exercise is not just beneficial for the body, it also has profound effects on mental health and emotional well-being. Regular exercise can help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression in seniors, providing a natural and holistic approach to mental health management.
Improve Balance & Coordination: Exercise can help reduce the risks of falls. By incorporating regular stretching exercises into their routine, seniors can enhance their ability to perform daily tasks with ease, reduce the risk of injury, and maintain independence and mobility as they age.
Immune Function: As we age, the immune system naturally weakens, making seniors more susceptible to illness and infection. By participating in regular physical activity, seniors can bolster their immune systems and reduce their risk of illness and infection.
Sharper Mind: Exercise benefits your brain as much as your body. Studies show that staying physically active can improve cognitive function and reduce the risk of conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Regular exercise also helps improve attention, memory and processing speed.

How We Support Your Health

At Redstone Village, we understand the importance of exercise in maintaining good health as we age. Regular physical activity helps prevent chronic diseases, improves balance and manages weight, all while supporting your mental and emotional well-being. By making fitness a priority, we help our residents lead longer, healthier and more fulfilling lives. We are committed to incorporating exercise into daily routines, ensuring that you stay active and enjoy life to the fullest in our active, Life Plan retirement community.