There are so many different types of exercises that would benefit senior citizens and still be safe. However, since many elderly people do have balance issues, standing aerobics could increase their risk of being injured when working out. The good news is there are exercises called seated aerobics. You might want to check into these for your elderly loved one.

Completing Exercises Correctly

If your elderly loved one is going to do seated aerobics, it is very important that they do them in the right way. There is some advice and recommendations for the elderly in regard to safely and appropriately doing seated aerobics. Make sure you or a personal care at home provider share the following information with your elderly loved one:

• Get a doctor’s approval before starting these exercises or any exercise plan
• Stay hydrated before, during, and after working out
• Use a sturdy chair to prevent falls
• Ensure knees are at a 90-degree angle
• If using a wheelchair, ensure breaks are on properly
• Ensure your elderly loved one is sitting tall and has good posture
• Check blood pressure before starting to ensure it is safe to exercise
• Check blood sugar levels before exercising if your elderly loved one has diabetes

Now that you are aware of some recommendations prior to doing seated aerobics, you can help to ensure your elderly loved one stays safe while doing them.

Start Seated Aerobics for Beginners

Is your elderly loved one new to doing seated aerobics? If so, there are certain exercises that would be best for them to try before going into the more moderate and intense seated aerobics. You or a personal care at home provider can show your elderly loved one how to do the following exercises:

• March in place: Sit down in the chair and start marching feet up and down for a count of 10 (repeat 3 times)

• Pumping arms overhead: Sit flat on the chair, reach arms in front of the body, and lift them above the head and then back down to the front of the body for a count of 10 (repeat 3 times)

• Kicking ahead: Sitting flat on chair and then alternate each foot forward and place back down for a count of 10 (repeat 3 times)

These are some of the most basic seated aerobics exercises. If you or an elderly care provider watch your elderly loved one while they are doing these beginner exercises, it can help to keep them safe.

Conclusion

Seated aerobics are safe for most senior citizens. Now that you know more about these exercises, you can recommend them to your elderly loved one.

If you or an aging loved-one is considering Personal Care at Home in Westshore, FL please contact the caring staff at Healthy Services Of Tampa, Inc today. 813-932-9922

Sources

https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/older_adults/

https://www.sportsrec.com/140336-chair-aerobics-exercises.html