Retirement is the Time to Try Something New
If you are retired, you probably have more time on your hands so why not try something new or something you have always wanted to do. This should include adding physical activity to your daily routine as studies find many adults 65 years and older spend up to 10 hours a day sitting or lying down. Some of the best exercises for seniors are walking, tai chi, and yoga. Chair exercises are a great substitute for those with mobility issues. Experts say focus on improving your strength, balance and flexibility and check with your healthcare provider before beginning any exercise routine.
In addition, you may want to include activities or hobbies that bring you into social contact with others. This can be done by taking a class online or in person. Suggestions include joining a book club, learning to play an instrument or taking an art or photography class.
Retirement means more time to learn how to cook or to be more adventurous in the types of food you prepare. It can be lots of fun and help you eat healthier and save money. Take the challenge by learning to cook foods from around the world, and then share the fruits of your labor by inviting family or friends over.
Birdwatching is a hobby that ties in several objectives. You get out into nature, which has been shown to lower anxiety; learn something new and get physically active. Moreover, if you join a birdwatching club, you get to meet people who enjoy the same things you do. For anyone wanting to improve their photography skills, shooting pictures of birds is a good way to do it; and the hobby offers a great activity to do while traveling.
Other enjoyable hobbies, which can help seniors cognitively, include putting together challenging traditional jigsaw puzzles or 3-D ones. Crossword and Sudoku puzzles, trivia games, chess and other brain games are also mentally challenging. Another hobby becoming more popular with seniors is online gaming that can improve memory and enhance cognitive skills.
If you are looking for outstanding independent or assisted living in Boise, MorningStar may be your answer. MorningStar of Boise is designed to provide seniors with a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community. Along with inviting common areas both inside and out, we offer a range of activities and wellness programs to help you stay healthy and engaged. Please contact us or visit our website for more information.
MorningStar takes tremendous pride in the reputation we have earned for excellence and authenticity since our inception in 2003. We believe the human capacity to grow, to learn and to contribute is ageless; and we act upon that truth daily, as we care for, inspire, and love the residents under our roof. Contact us to learn more about the finest independent and assisted living Boise, ID has to offer.
