Exercise and Healthy Living

In the quest to keep ourselves strong and fit as we age, there are plenty of resources out there that can help us add exercise or activity to our daily lives.

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Better Balance in 10 minutes a dayImprove your reaction time and build strength were it really counts – your legs and your core – with this fun, effective balance routine from SilverSneakers.
Cleveland Clinic Health Hub - 6 Ways to Exercise with ArthritisThe Cleveland Clinic has some ideas for exercising when you have arthritis that just might be what you need to get you up, out and feeling better.
EldergymEldergym is a site on the Internet that works to promote safe, simple and effective exercises for seniors and the elderly. No matter what your current age or fitness level, you should be able to safely begin an exercise program after consulting with your doctor.
Exercise and Physical FitnessMedline Plus is a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health and provides very comprehensive information.
Ejercicio y estado físicoEjercicio y Estado Físico, en Español: Medline Plus es un servicio de la Biblioteca Nacional de Medicina de los Estados Unidos y los Institutos Nacionales de Salud, proporcionar información muy completa.
Exercise VideosBe active at home! Exercise without leaving the house with free exercise videos, including sample workouts that include endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility exercises.
Kenosha County Parks DepartmentAll the updated news and information from the county’s park and recreation experts.
Kenosha Senior CenterThe Kenosha senior center has a packed calendar of events and activities.
Local Kenosha YogaYoga has many benefits and can be adapted to almost any age or ability.
Mayo Clinic - Balance exercisesMayo Clinic has a variety of information, from how to choose and use an assistive device to vision problems as we age. This link is a slideshow of balance exercises that you can do at home.
Strength Training for SeniorsThis guide from the Centers for Disease Control focuses on strength training, including why strength training, motivation, preparation, exercises and facts.
Tai Chi for Seniors VideosYou can practice Tai Chi in the comfort of your home with a store bought DVD or by using lessons that are on the internet. Tai Chi for Seniors is a series of short 2 to 4 minute lessons that you can move through at your own pace. Always consult your physician before beginning any new exercise or activity.
Westosha Senior Center The Westosha Senior Center has many events and activities all month long.