This year marks the 19th annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day. The common goal for this day, the nation’s largest annual health promotion event for older adults, is to help keep older Americans healthy and fit. The 2012 theme is “Get Moving…Start Improving!” and thousands of older adults plan on participating.

Speak with the special seniors in your life about getting active and improving their health. Besides the physical benefits of improved balance and strength and managing disease, regular exercise and healthy nutrition can help reduce feelings of depression and can improve mood and overall well-being. Additionally, helping the senior in your life stay fit and healthy is a great way to spend quality time together.

If a senior hasn’t exercised in a while, beginning a fitness routine can be overwhelming. With this in mind, the National Institute on Aging developed Go4Life, a program specially designed for older adults. Even sedentary seniors can participate in simple activities that can improve their health, such as stretches and improving their diet. Before the senior in your life embarks on any exercise plan, it’s recommended that they speak with their doctor and make sure they stay safe.

This year, National Senior Health & Fitness Day takes place on May 30th. Take the special senior in your life for a stroll, plan a healthy meal, or even just start a conversation about staying healthy and the important benefits exercise and nutrition have for physical and emotional well-being.

At AlmaVia of Camarillo, we’re here when you need us. If you need tips with helping the senior in your life maintain a healthy diet and active lifestyle, or would like more information on any of our services please contact us at (805) 388-5277 or by email at info@almaviaofcamarillo.org.