Keeping Fit While Staying at Home
As we continue staying indoors to keep healthy and safe, finding creative ways to keep fit is vital. Being physically and mentally active is crucial for maintaining health and wellness in retirement communities. At Queens Avenue Retirement Residence, we encourage our residents to participate in daily activities that get them moving. Simple At-Home Activities to Stay Fit Medical experts say that we need a good 30 minutes of physical activity every day to stay healthy, but that may take a lot out of a person. It is important to do what we can when we can. For members of Oakville senior residences, even 5 minutes of movement can help. Do what works for you! Here are some sample activities to try at home: Chair squats to improve bone density A simple way to get plenty of movement while on your chair. Slowly go from a sitting to a standing position. Keep your knees supported and use your hands if you need to. If this doesn’t work, start by slowly bending your legs until you can work yo...