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The Pinecone
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October 2014
Everybody knows exercise may improve
your physical and health, but did you
know that 15 minutes may save your
emotional well-being?
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Exercise is one of the easiest and most
effective ways of improving both your
physical and mental health. A little
regular exercise can ease depression and
anxiety, boost energy and mood, and
relieve stress. But you don’t have to be
a fitness fanatic to reap the benefits. No
matter your age or fitness level, there are
lots of enjoyable ways to use physical
activity to help you feel better, look
better, and enjoy life more.”
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When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These
endorphins interact with the receptors in your brain that reduce your perception of
pain and trigger a positive feeling in the body, Kirby Pines presently offers a variety of
opportunities for exercises that have proven to relieve stress and improve emotional
health. These are just a few:
Tai Chi: Tai chi is an exercise that was derived from Chinese martial arts and
focuses on being fully in touch with the present. It is sometimes called “meditation
in motion” and is an excellent way to leave the worries of the day behind. Tai Chi is
offered here on Monday afternoon at 2:00 in the Large Card Room.
Walking: one of the most popular forms of exercise as it requires very little in the
way of equipment and can be fit into any schedule. At Kirby Pines we have more
than a mile of beautifully landscaped walking trails and miles of inside walking. A
Walk with Ease class is well underway and will be offered again in the spring.
Dancing: While many people do not think of dancing when considering stress
relieving exercises, it does in fact give you a physical workout while improving
agility and coordination. The social aspect of dancing helps in improving mental and
emotional well-being while learning new steps exercises the brain as well. Check
into our line dancing group that meets Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays in the
PAC.
Water Aerobics: If you have issues that prohibit some other forms of exercise, water
aerobics may be just the thing you need. Chest deep water takes 90% of your weight
off your joints. Usually practiced with a group with similar physical needs, this stress
relieving activity has both social and meditative aspects that will calm the nerves.
EXERCISE SCHEDULE
FOR THE OASIS
Advanced Water Aerobics
Monday & Wednesday
8:30
am-9:30 am
Exercise in the PAC
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
9:30
am
Tai Chi
Monday
2:00
pm
Men’s Only Water Aerobics
Tuesday & Thursday
8:30
am - 9:15 am
Arthritis Foundation
Water Aerobics
Tuesday & Thursday
9:30
am - 10:15 am
Arthritis Foundation
Sit/Stand Class
Tuesday & Thursday
11:00
am - 11:45 am
Walk With Ease
Monday & Wednesday
10:30
am - 11:30 am
The Li fe-Changing
Next time you “don’t feel like it,”
remember that a walk or exercise class
may be just what the doctor ordered to
help you feel better about yourself.
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Benefits of Exercise
