You KNOW you should be doing regular exercises at home …..
but, truth be told, very few of us do them.
That’s why being part of a class makes sense.
Not only do you get appropriate instruction – that’s great.
AND
it also gives you accountability and an element of social interaction and fun.
ACC knows this (In New Zealand, Accident Compensation Corporation)
Lead agencies throughout the country now award accreditation to classes that benefit older adults in terms of improving their strength and balance.
You can join these, too (If you are over 65! – or caring for someone who is.)
Find a class to start improving your Strength and Balance.
Visit the website now to find a class near you.
And in the UK:
You will find links to classes on this website
There are MANY options in the USA, too. Can you suggest great ones?
Kris says:
“Some is better than none and more is better than some”
Do you have suggestions for classes, comments, queries, tips or stories to share? Do help others by recording them below.
Exercise Specialist, Kris Tynan.
Watch out for more great exercise and lifestyle tips from Kris Tynan next month.
Being a caregiver for my husband with dementia for almost 20 years has been very taxing. I rely on Taoist Tai Chi to maintain a healthy balance to my everyday routines. Lately have started line dancing which further keeps me in contact with people and steady on my feet. Running a house on my own now keeps me on my toes, as I do a lot of gardening as well.
Well done – these are all excellent activities to ensure that you are keeping those neurons and vascular cells regenerating. And, of course, you are trying out our mental challenges as well!