Aging And Active Action Plan

The oldest group were much less likely than younger people to be exercising to keep fit, relieve stress/relax, keep in shape or lose weight but instead more likely to be taking part for enjoyment and social aspects or because it helps with an injury/disability

The “Seniors’ on a Path to Fitness” program would use the behavioral or lifestyle approach. The Lalonde Report was the first time the national government made a significant statement in relation to the importance of health promotion as a key strategy for improving the health of a population (Stamler & Yiu, 2012). Health promotion encourages the adoption of behaviours or lifestyles that promote functional ability and well-being; undoubtedly in line with the goal and objectives of the proposed program. There is a clear focus on disease and disability prevention with behavioral or lifestyle risk factors.

Yes, I agree with you that people are living much longer thanks to advances in technology and medicine. Thus, the older adults (I prefer to use the term older than elderly or geriatric), is one group of the population that Healthy People 2020 has assigned a separate topic of concern. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggested that any health promotion for the older adult has to take into consideration the psychosocial determinants of health. Given that older adults may not have the physical strength or stamina of the younger population, participation in physical activities should be encouraged (Healthy People 2020). If you don’t mind I would like to suggest that you include some kind of activity in your program

EnhanceFitness is a program that has been designed to increase strength, flexibility, and balance to the older population (Tomioka, Sugihara, & Braun, 2012). This is a great example of an evidence-based health promotion program for the elderly. EnhanceFitness is an ongoing class conducted by a certified trainer where the elderly can come and participate in up to three times weekly that focuses improving overall fitness and well-being of older adults (What is EnhancedFitness?, 2016). As we all know physical activity has an abundant of health benefits, yet the older population have fears of participating in physical activity. Fear of falling, health problems, and inconvenience are the key determent to the older population in participating in

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Many people have become more active during this time on earth then in the past, especially when it comes to fitness, health, and ways to get mobility back from non-preventative care. This product is segmented toward active

Moreover, exercise is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. As people age, it is becomes harder to stay healthy and strong. As Davis (2007) includes in the IDEA Fitness Journal, “Nearly half of adults between the ages of 50 and 64 live with at least one chronic condition, such as arthritis, hypertension, diabetes or heart disease, all of which can be improved through exercise (IHRSA 2004).” Therefore, this aerobics program will be very beneficial to the client’s health. Movement is necessary in living a long healthy life, and that is what this program is all about. Physical health can add to one’s mental health as well. When one is comfortable in his or her own body, he or she will be more likely to be comfortable in every other aspect of his or her

This is Active Aging Week (September 25-October 1). The theme this year is 'Exploring the Possibilities" with opportunities to enhance your wellness programming by involving residents, families, community, and staff.

As mentioned above the physical activity-intervention designed for sedentary young adults to become active. The study demonstrates after using the model that physical activity increased by 80% to young adults, the regular physical activity was associated with positive physiological and psychological health benefits on the experimental group (Woods, Mutrie and Scott, 2016).

The qualities that contribute to successful aging of my interviewee H.J. include her regular daily exercise ritual. This assists H.J. from a sedentary lifestyle, atrophy of muscles and reduction in muscle strength and mass (Eliopoulos, 2014). The research found as older adults participate in a regular physical activity, they are less likely to show physical declines (Kerz, Teufel, & Dinman, 2013). Interacting with her family members and socializing while she is on vacation assists with

However, many people globally aren’t reaching this recommendation. We need to first, encourage physical activity among young people so that they will continue to engage in physical activity in adulthood. This could be done in schools by making activities fun for all abilities. I think when you play music, games or with your friends while exercising it makes it more enjoyable and you sometimes forget you are even working out. A way to encourage more adults to exercise we could have social events within their work where there is a competition against a rival business, and the employee’s have a certain amount of minutes each day they have to reach. Whichever business has the highest exercise minutes within their business wins, and for a reward maybe they get a day off work, or a trip somewhere. A way to encourage more physical activity within your home is by making an exercise chore chart. On the flip side, an unrealistic way to encourage more physical activity is by making video games where you have to move/run while playing it, and you put done the game controler because you are the game controler. I think we are on the right track to increasing physical activity and our

For some time, demographers have expressed concern that the first part of the 21st century would face a number of potential challenges due to an aging population. A number of methods to reduce the effects of time are thought to be new and innovative, when often; it is many tried and true methods that are the most efficacious. This is as important for medical specialists, geriatric caregivers, and even family caregivers those in the trenches who are faced with the daunting and daily tasks of helping to care for our aged ("Family Caregivers, 2010). They know that using physical activity to bolster biological reactions is one of these methods that work and now science has proven that certain chemicals are released when one is active, amused or happy that indeed, aid in learning, comprehension, and anti-aging (Harlin 2008). In the very core of human neurobiology, in fact, moving muscles from the arms, hands, and legs, even to the mouth (smiles) and diaphragm produces proteins that interact with neurochemicals to form some fantastic ways to enhance biological processes (Ratey 2008, 5).

Promoting physical activity can be great for all ages and populations but for this communication intervention, I will focus on promoting physical activity among adults and older adults. Research stated that adults do not meet the recommended physical activity guidelines in America. So the next step is to take action. What can help increase physical activity in adult’s lives? Well for the most part, adults must be educated on the issue at hand. How do we expect a change to be made if we are not incorporating ways to improve it? Informative physical activity briefings, community service events, social media (Instagram, Facebook), being creative by making colorful posters grabs the audience attention. These channels to the desired audience will discuss the benefits of physical activity, the risks of not conducting physical activity, show examples of how to incorporate physical activity in a busy

an urgent need to develop and implement effective programs to enhance physical activity among people at risk of

The purpose of our health fair event is to educate and encourage older adults to remain active in their daily lives. Physical health is beneficial throughout one’s entire lifespan. Incorporating regular exercise into your daily routine will prevent chronic disease, improves their overall mood, and lowers their chances of injury (Aldwin & Gilmer, 2013, Chapter 5). As we go through the aging process, our bodies require us to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Moderate exercise is favorable for people of all ages. Elderly people living with chronic illnesses can also participate in moderate physical activity. Medical conditions, such as dementia, heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure can all be improved by including regular exercise into an individual’s routine (Chronic Illnesses, PowerPoint).