Summer activities for seniors can be a bit different from other people’s summer time fun. However, it can still be quite an enjoyable season!
Here are some recommendations that you can try for yourself or with loved ones…
1. Water Based Activities: Swimming and water aerobics can help you beat the heat while staying fit. Water activities for seniors are usually low-impact and great for individuals with arthritis or stiff joints. Other low-impact exercises yoga and balloon volleyball, which you can do in a pool.
2. Cool Treats: Summer wouldn’t be complete without ice cream! An ice cream social is a great way to engage with others while cooling off with a sweet treat. Further, ice cream has some healthy benefits such as calcium and vitamin D.
However, if you need another excuse to have a dessert on July 21st is National Ice Cream Day!
3. Getting Out: While the heat may limit some outdoor activities, it’s still important to get outside. Sunlight is an excellent source of vitamin D, which helps to fight osteoporosis, anxiety, and depression. Vitamin D also boosts the immune system and improves brain health.
Here’s a few opportunities to safely get outdoors…
- Take advantage of cooler times of the day by watching the sunrise, or catching a beautiful sunset in the evening.
- Find a spot in the shade for bird watching.
- Consider taking a morning or evening walk. Be sure to bring along a bottle of water to avoid dehydration.
Now, if you have any other fun summer suggestions that you would like to share with us, we’d love to hear from you! However, if you happen to need some additional ideas, then please feel free to like us on Facebook. That way, you’ll be able to join our senior community to connect and communicate with others who have thoughts about enjoyment during heat waves.