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October 2016
When you think of exercising your brain, do you think about Sudoku, crosswords, and
other mental puzzles? Studies are beginning to demonstrate that we need to put down that
pencil and stand up and go for a walk. Physical exercise is proven to be better for your
brain health than memory quizzes.
Our brains need the stimulation of aerobic exercise; that is, exercises that raise your heart
rate and respiration. Just 30 minutes a day 5 days a week (150 minutes) of moderate
intensity exercise can make a difference in mental as well as physical and emotional well-
being. That extra blood flow to the brain creates higher levels of BDNF, a protein that
stimulates brain cell healing and growth. Studies show persons that are physically active
have less dementia/memory/Alzheimer issues.
Here at Kirby Pines we have many opportunities for aerobic exercise: walking, water
aerobics, sit and stand classes. In the Oasis, we have the recumbent bicycle, Nustep, and
treadmill to give you a safe aerobic workout. For strengthening exercises, try the Tai chi
or yoga classes or free weights and resistance equipment in the Oasis.
So leave your puzzles behind and step it up to exercise your brain. See the schedule for an
exercise class you can enjoy or visit the Oasis anytime.
October is Alzheimer Awareness Month. We are so blessed to have an amazing
facility like Job’s Way that was specifically designed for people withMemory Issues.
We want to show our support to the Alzheimer’s Association through financial
donations so they may continue their mission to educate and research to end
Alzheimer’s and dementia while enhancing care for those living with the disease.
A Bake Sale will be on Thursday, October 13th from 9:00 to 1:30 in the Lobby. We need
your help to bake goods, or help with the sales, and/or purchase items. All donations
will go towards the Alzheimer’s Association. Check with Mary Hand or Elizabeth
Sweet in Job’s Way for more details.
On Saturday October 15th at 10:30, we will gather in the Lobby for registration and
refreshments to get our “Stroll To Control” walk to end Alzheimer’s on the way. We’ll
have information available about Alzheimer’s and a fun stroll through the halls of
Kirby Pines. Dogs on leash are welcome to join us. Help us raise awareness and
financial support for our local Alzheimer’s Association.
Advanced Water Aerobics
Monday & Wednesday
8:30 am-9:30 am in the Pool
Exercise in the PAC
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
9:30 am in the PAC
Tai Chi
Monday
2:00 pm in the PAC
Yoga Stretch
Wednesday
10:30 am in the PAC
Men’s Only Water Aerobics
Tuesday & Thursday
8:30 am - 9:15 am in the Pool
Arthritis Foundation
Water Aerobics
Tuesday & Thursday
9:30 am - 10:15 am in the Pool
Arthritis Foundation
Sit/Stand Class
Tuesday & Thursday
11:00 am - 11:45 am in the A&C
Arthritis Foundation
Walk with Ease
Tuesday & Thursday
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm in the LCR
BRAIN!
Exercise Your
October is Alzheimer Awareness Month