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via Holy Cross Hospital
It’s
important for seniors to keep moving! Using muscles and bones can help prevent
them from deteriorating. In addition, getting to an exercise class can help
improve mental and emotional wellbeing in seniors as they connect with their
peers in a healthy, social setting. We offer a variety of classes tailored for
participants age 55 and over.
Senior Fit
Senior Fit was designed especially
for seniors age 55 and older to promote independence and
socialization through physical fitness. This is a
45-minute class with a focus on strength and flexibility. This class is offered
in partnership with Holy Cross Hospital and participants must have a doctor’s
permission note.
Locations
and times vary. See page 84 of The Spring Guide.
Senior Shape
Senior Shape
classes are offered in partnership with Suburban Hospital for a nominal fee of
$30 for 3 months. Through these classes seniors will improve their strength,
flexibility, stability, balance and get a low-impact aerobic workout. Classes
offered include aerobics/stretch, weight training, advanced weight training,
and stability ball. Call Suburban Hospital at 301-896-3939.
Locations and times vary. See page 84 of The Spring Guide.
Bone Builders
These classes
are taught by volunteers and sponsored by Montgomery County Health and Human
Services and help prevent and slow the development of osteoporosis while
increasing bone density naturally. Each one-hour session includes balance and
weight training.
Locations and times vary. See page 89 of The Spring Guide.
Tai Chi
Not all
exercise classes have to make you sweat! Tai Chi is perfect for the over 55
crowd because it is low impact, and you don’t need any equipment! Tai Chi has
been known to help seniors improve balance, lower blood pressure, and improve
circulation through the practice of doing self-defense movements, breathing
techniques, and meditation at a slower pace. Tai Chi is offered at a variety of
recreation and senior centers. Consult The Guide for a complete list. Check out the video below to see Tai Chi in action
at the Long Branch Senior Center:
