Category Archives: Exercise

The SilverSneakers® Program for Seniors

SilverSneakers Program

OurSeniors.net sees its mission as serving the needs of seniors in any way possible. This includes the challenges of senior living and also the opportunities available in a modern senior lifestyle. The Medicare 2019 Open Enrollment period may be one of those opportunities, so do not let it slip by! Numerous OurSeniors.net articles have called […]

Six Exercises That May Prevent Seniors From Falling

Weight training

If you are an older adult, you likely already know the risks falls can pose to your health. Falls are a primary cause of serious injury for seniors, but preventing falls can be fairly easy with the right exercises. Regular workouts will help you maintain a healthy weight, build essential muscle mass, and create the […]

The Absolute Best Stress Reducer

Senior painting

I’m going to let you in on a little secret; YOU hold the key to the absolute best stress reducer of all time:  your leisure activities.  Surprised, aren’t you? A 2015 study conducted by The Society of Behavioral Medicine documented the physical and mental benefits of engaging in a hobby or leisure activity of choice.  […]

Range of Motion Exercises for Senior Adults (non-impact)

Check with your physician or health care provider before beginning exercises. Perform all exercises with slow rhythmic movements and always while sitting or lying down on a firm surface. Start slowly and gradually increase the number of times you do each exercise. For added benefits, use weights for the arm exercises: 1-pound weights and gradually […]