Retiree Program

According to the CDC, more than one third of deaths are preventable.  Three behaviors - smoking, poor diet, and physical inactivity - were the root causes of the major killers - heart disease, cancer, stroke, and diabetes. 

Adopting healthier behaviors, such as engaging in physical activity, eating a healthy diet, leading a tobacco-free lifestyle, and getting regular health screenings can dramatically reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

Family Fitness Zone offers several low impact exercise classes that incorporate cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility training.  This type of physical activity is crucial for maintaining good health and functional ability. 

See the many benefits of physical activity below.  Check out our low impact and Tai Chi classes marked with ♥.  These classes are geared for the aging population.  Many of our other classes are suitable for all fitness levels.

Benefits of Physical for the Aging Population

1. Being physically active contributes substantially to healthy aging.  Regular physical activity can help prevent or control many of the health problems (e.g., high blood pressure; depression; obesity; and diabetes) that often reduce the quality and length of life for older adults.

2. Strength training is of particular importance to older adults, as it can provide relief from arthritis pain; improve balance and reduce the risk of falling; strengthen bones; and reduce blood glucose levels.

3. Regular physical activity can help reduce a person’s risk for cardiovascular disease by increasing levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, sometimes called the “good cholesterol.” Middle-aged and older men and women who are regularly active have significantly higher HDL cholesterol levels than those who are sedentary.

4. Regular physical activity can help prevent the development of diabetes, high blood pressure, and colon cancer and can reduce a person’s risk of dying prematurely.

5. Regular physical activity helps maintain healthy bones and muscles. It can also help to increase joint mobility and improve the functional capacity of people with osteoarthritis.

This information was taken from The State of Aging and Health in America 2007 report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The full report and more information is located at http://www.cdc.gov/aging/.

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