Senior Living Outside: 5 Ways to Get Out and Enjoy the Sunshine This Summer
Senior living is all about recreation, comfort, and community. You don’t have to stay indoors all summer long while the sun is shining!
If you’re looking for some fun outdoor activities to enjoy this summer, here are five ideas to get you started:
1. Go for a Bike Ride with Friends
Bicycling is a great way to stay active without putting too much pressure on your joints.
When you pedal a bicycle, your joints move smoothly without the impact of the pavement beneath you. This allows your body to continuously produce fluid motions, even if you struggle with joint pain and discomfort.
Bring along a few friends to make your biking fun in the sun even more enjoyable.
2. Enjoy Your Community’s Outdoor Swimming Pool
Most senior living communities have a large outdoor swimming area for residents to enjoy when it’s warm outside. Take advantage of this luxurious amenity!
Water fitness is popular among older adults because it’s both gentle and effective.
If you struggle with stiff joints, weight control, or other health problems, swimming outdoors can be a great way to relax and get some physical activity in at the same time.
3. Start a Garden
Gardening doesn’t have to be done on the hard ground while you kneel uncomfortably in the hot sun. In fact, many modern gardens in senior living communities are placed on balconies and other accessible areas.
Additionally, raised beds offer a great way to garden without kneeling. Some raised beds can even allow you to garden at waist level or higher.
Studies have shown that gardening boosts feelings of happiness and productivity, especially in older adults. Buy some seeds, pots, and a watering can, and get started this summer!
4. Join Outdoor Group Fitness Classes
Most senior living communities offer group fitness activities. See if your instructor is willing to move one of the classes outside when the weather is especially beautiful.
Practicing group fitness creates a sense of community among senior living residents. Those who move together, stay together!
Outdoor fitness classes can include Zumba, yoga, and aerobic exercises.
5. Dine Outside
Whether you’re at a nearby restaurant or simply sitting on your balcony or in a common area outdoors, it’s always a good idea to eat outside in the summer. You don’t have to engage in strenuous exercise to get your daily dose of vitamin D.
You can arrange for a group meal outside with other residents to soak up the socialization and sunshine together.
Stay Active and Outdoorsy
This SummerSenior living communities offer a range of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Get up and moving this summer with these five activities and more at your senior living community!
