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While any kind of exercising offers improved health benefits, different types that focus on certain aspects of an individual can improve someone’s daily living.<\/p>\n
That’s why Michelle A. Hertz, the Resident Programming Director for The Peninsula<\/a>, an assisted living and memory support community in Hollywood, takes time to develop exercise routines that will suit each resident’s special needs. For example:<\/p>\n Aerobic activities<\/strong> can strengthen your heart and increase endurance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Resistance training<\/strong> aids muscle and bone mass retention; improves balance; and helps prevent falls, one of the best counters to frailty among the aging.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Flexibility exercises<\/strong> (stretching and yoga) help prevent injury; enhance range of motion; reduce stiffness; and limit aches and pains.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n “It’s never too late to start exercising,” said Michelle, who recommends those reluctant to begin a start with a simple routine. She offers a variety of classes from a morning stretch to her special ‘move and groove’ class.<\/p>\n Residents are encouraged to participate in classes that start at 10 in the morning, providing plenty of time to rise and have breakfast.<\/p>\n\n