As we venture further into our spring season and approach the summer, the possibilities of outdoor activities become available again. After a long winter, there’s nothing like heading outside and trying some new and healthy activities. For seniors, in particular, some activities can provide them health benefits for both their minds and bodies.
One such activity that can be done outside is yoga. Yoga is a widely practiced health and relaxation technique that includes breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific body postures to promote movement and balance. Millions of people worldwide have taken up yoga to improve their mental and physical health.
Pairing the benefits of yoga with doing outdoor activities can result in a massively beneficial experience for seniors that can improve their mental, physical, and emotional health. With just a few minutes of low-impact exercise in the great outdoors, seniors can improve many aspects of their lives.
Some of the benefits of outdoor yoga for aging adults can be:
Taking time to participate in some outdoor yoga can play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life of seniors. At Evergreen Place assisted living in Chillicothe, we make sure our residents have plenty of outdoor exercise opportunities to keep them moving, such as walking programs, dancing, yoga, and group exercise, just to name a few.
Call today or visit our website to learn more and become a part of the Evergreen Senior Living family.
