In celebration of International Older Adult Day on 1 October, older people will have the opportunity to join a free exercise and wellness workshop designed specifically for them.
The workshop, which will be held at St Columba’s Presbyterian Church in Parkview on 30 September, will focus on effective exercises for older people as well as tips on maintaining health and wellness. There will be space available for 100 people, however, this can be increased as needed.
The workshop will be hosted by Silver Fit, an exercise programme designed for older adults so that they can maintain their health and enjoy a good quality of life into their senior years.
Hannah Raath, the founder of the programme said the idea came about because she had been working in the industry for a long time and wanted to work more with frail care and people who have suffered serious injuries.
Raath added, “The focus is on wellness and preventing people from getting frail in the first place. While working with older folk in various exercise settings, we notice so often that many people neglect exercise and physical activity until they find themselves in a position where frailty, falling and dependence are a reality. Although it is never too late to start an exercise program, if one adopts an active lifestyle throughout life, the ageing process is much kinder on one’s body.”
Active ageing, which has recently become a popular concept in the fitness industry, focuses on the idea that exercise and movement are essential in one’s daily life, especially as one gets older.
Raath added that commercial gyms often leave older people feeling intimidated as there are no suitable programmes. However, Raath said a community-based programme offers them more support.
“It’s super social and active and people always say how much they’ve enjoyed themselves afterwards,” concluded Raath.
Details: For more information about the class you can email info@silverfit.co.za or call 087 135 2947.
Let us know if you’ll be joining the fitness class on WhatsApp 079 439 5345
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