Monthly Archives: January 2012
The Importance of Strength Training in Seniors
The latest research shows that older adults aren’t doing enough to keep
their muscles strong. A recent pilot study conducted by the
Journal of the American Medical Association using nursing care
patients as their subjects showed a 200% increase in strength and
a 10% increase in muscle size when participating in eight weeks
of progressive strength training (80% of their 1 repetition
maximum). The subjects had an average age of 90 years old and all
had a history of falls within the past year. At the conclusion of
the study, all participants increased their walking speed,
ability to climb stairs, participation in spontaneous activity,
and experienced a decrease in depressive symptoms. The study
found that they key was higher resistance and lower repetitions.
The problem, an estimated less than 5% of all senior exercisers
currently workout at these recommended intensities. Just a reminder
to check your calendar for Wednesday, February 15 or Thursday,
February 23 at 11 a.m. and come to a Lunch and Learn where you
will hear our Fitness Director talk about the benefits of fitness at retirement communities in PA. and how he designs a personal fitness plan for each resident!
Please RSVP to (800) 642-2217 to reserve your place.
Thriving in Retirement
We all have heard about the benefits of “preventive medicine.”
You eat healthfully, exercise, and visit your doctor when you
should. Do you know that some people view their decision to
move to a PA retirement community as preventive medicine?
They are making hard decisions now that will make their condition easier
and less stressful in the future.
Residents thrive at Sherwood Oaks. The entire lifecare program is
designed to keep residents healthy and independent for as long as possible.
In addition to the health screenings and fitness opportunities, Sherwood Oaks
offers educational classes, day trips and a wealth of convenient services and
amenities on site.
Best of all, Sherwood Oaks is affordable. If you haven’t
already received our Cost Comparison Calculator, call Sherry or
Phyllis today and request a copy. When you add up all the benefits,
you will see for yourself that Sherwood Oaks is a wise investment in
your preventive medicine.
To receive a copy of the Cost Comparison Calculator, or to
schedule a visit to the campus, call Sherry or Phyllis at
(800) 642-2217.
Be sure to check your calendar for Wednesday, February 15
or Thursday February 23 at 11 a.m. and come to a Lunch and Learn
where you will hear our Fitness Director talk about the benefits
of fitness in seniors and how he will design a personal fitness plan
for each resident! Please RSVP to (800) 642-2217 to reserve your
place.
Lifecare as Preventive Medicine
We all have heard about the benefits of “preventive medicine.”
You eat healthfully, exercise, and visit your doctor when you
should. Do you know that some people view their decision to move
to a PA retirement community as a form of preventive medicine?
Residents thrive at Sherwood Oaks. The entire lifecare program is
designed to keep residents healthy and independent for as long as
is possible. In addition to the health screenings and fitness
opportunities, this PA retirement community offers educational classes, day
trips and a wealth of convenient services and amenities on site.
Best of all, Sherwood Oaks is affordable. If you haven’t already
received our Cost Comparison Calculator, call Sherry or Phyllis
today and request a copy. When you add up all the benefits, you
will see for yourself that Sherwood Oaks is one of the nicest retirement communities in PA.
To receive a copy of the Cost Comparison Calculator, or to
schedule a revisit to the campus, call Sherry or Phyllis at (800) 642-2217.
Learn more about our Fitness Program by attending a Lunch and Learn on
Wednesday, February 15th or Thursday, February 23rd at 11 a.m. here at
Sherwood Oaks in the Cranberry Lake Grill.
Please call 800 642-2217 to reserve your spot!