{"id":6709,"date":"2024-09-27T10:34:56","date_gmt":"2024-09-27T18:34:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/activewellnesscenter.com\/?p=6709"},"modified":"2024-09-27T14:43:13","modified_gmt":"2024-09-27T22:43:13","slug":"active-aging-week-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/activewellnesscenter.com\/blog\/active-aging-week-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Active at Reed&#8217;s Crossing Celebrates Active Aging Week"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Artegra Sans Regular||||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Active Aging Week Highlights The Positive Impacts Of Physical Activity On Health And Wellness<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our mission at Active Wellness Center is to inspire healthier lives and communities at every age and stage. This mission aligns perfectly with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Active Aging Week, which celebrates and highlights the positive aspects of aging, and encourages older adults to live actively in order to enjoy optimal health and wellbeing. Active Aging Week takes place September 30 &#8211; October 6.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Aging and health<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some factors that affect aging are nonmodifiable such as genetics, gender and physical age, but aging in and of itself is <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">not<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> synonymous with illness or disease. Many of the physical changes that happen as we age are due to lifestyle and it <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> possible to positively impact your health span &#8211; or disability-free life expectancy &#8211; and improve your quality of life by developing healthy habits now. Research shows that healthy habits such as\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">good nutrition<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">physical activity\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">no or cessation of smoking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">minimal alcohol consumption<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">intellectual stimulation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">meaningful social relationships<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and a sense of purpose<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2026can prolong vitality and preempt or postpone disability. It\u2019s also important to treat any medical conditions that may not currently present symptoms &#8211; such as hypertension or type 2 diabetes &#8211; and be vigilant about managing them under a doctor\u2019s care if they do develop into symptomatic illness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Use it or lose it<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We know unequivocally that humans have the ability to build muscle and improve aerobic capacity regardless of age. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) notes that <strong>regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health<\/strong> because it can prevent or postpone:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sarcopenia &#8211; decrease in muscle mass and strength<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Osteoporosis &#8211; loss of bone density<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Osteoarthritis &#8211; degeneration of joint cartilage and underlying bone<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart disease and stroke<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type 2 diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and more!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The CDC recommends at minimum, per week:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two strength training sessions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balance, stability and mobility training (can be integrated into aerobic and\/or strength sessions)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Active at Reed&#8217;s Crossing&#8217;s Re:Act Brain and Body Training<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> incorporates all of these components PLUS dual-tasking and exergaming for a fresh, dynamic workout that can also <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">positively influence brain health and cognition. This robust style of training can help to engage, motivate, challenge, achieve, reward, and elicit results faster than traditional methods.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Group fitness classes are another great way to enjoy the benefits of exercise in a fun, community-building environment. Active offers a variety of classes designed for beginners through advanced exercisers. We\u2019ve even added a few special classes to celebrate active agers this week:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Aqua S.M.I.L.E.: Wed., Oct. 2 from 10:00-10:30 a.m.<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Slow Movement Intensity Lowered Exercise) This shallow water class focuses on improving circulation, strength, range-of-motion and flexibility through low impact exercise. Taught by Victoria Franklin.<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Chair Yoga (also on our regular sche<\/b><b>dule):<\/b><b> Thurs., Oct. 3 from 12:00-12:30 p.m.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chair yoga is a gentle practice that is beneficial to all. You will use the support of the chair to arrive in yoga poses, move, breathe and ultimately feel good in your body! Benefits of chair yoga include better mobility, increased strength and flexibility, reduced stress and pain, and relaxation. Taught by Sera Eden.<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Golden Chair Dance: Fri., Oct. 4 from 10:00-11:00 a.m.<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warm up and get down with this adaptive dance class. We&#8217;ll spend time getting acclimated to movement on the chair while grooving and stretching together. Then you&#8217;ll learn a special dance combination to challenge your memorization skills as you exercise! Finally, a 5-minute cool-down will leave you feeling centered and full of music. Taught by Kara Shuster.<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultimately, our message to you is <strong>control what you can and take advantage of the knowledge and skills your Active at Reed&#8217;s Crossing team has to offer.<\/strong> We are here to help you build a more well-rounded, fulfilling and healthier life!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Active Aging Week Highlights The Positive Impacts Of Physical Activity On Health And Wellness Our mission at Active Wellness Center is to inspire healthier lives and communities at every age and stage. 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