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6 Mindfulness Activities for Senior Wellness

Posted by The Goodman Group on July 26, 2023

Practicing mindfulness is hardly a new phenomenon; in fact, the history of meditation and mindfulness practices can be traced back thousands of years. However,...

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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living, Spiritual, Moments Matter

Safety Considerations for Seniors Starting a New Exercise Program

Posted by The Goodman Group on April 19, 2023

No matter your age, stepping up your exercise regimen is a good idea. Physical activity strengthens your bones and muscles, builds stamina, keeps you flexible,...

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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living

Rock Steady Boxing: Curt’s Journey [VIDEO]

Posted by The Goodman Group on March 1, 2023

The following is the story of Curt and his journey with Parkinson’s and getting involved with Rock Steady Boxing. This is the second of four blogs within the...

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Topics: Fitness, Videos, Parkinson's

4 Effective Functional Fitness Exercises for Seniors

Posted by The Goodman Group on February 22, 2023

The National Institutes of Health recommend functional fitness exercises that support four fitness goals for seniors: endurance, strength, balance, and...

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Topics: Fitness

Health Benefits of Chair Yoga for Seniors [Sample Exercise]

Posted by The Goodman Group on January 11, 2023

Editor’s note: This blog was published in February 2021 and updated with additional helpful resources in 2023.

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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living, Learning

Water of Life: The Benefits of Aqua Therapy

Posted by The Goodman Group on November 23, 2022

Staying active is key to both physical and mental health. A wonderful way to keep your body moving is through aqua therapy.

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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living

Expectations When A Loved One Moves to a Senior Living Community

Posted by The Goodman Group on July 7, 2022

Life is full of important transitions, and these major moments become more manageable when you understand what to expect. Like welcoming a newborn child,...

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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living, Spiritual, Learning

Brain Exercises to Boost Cognitive Health and Memory Retention

Posted by The Goodman Group on April 20, 2022

Aging presents itself with a variety of opportunities for individual growth and continued development. Being a lifelong learner may just be the key to keeping...

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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living, Learning

Benefits of Long-Term Pet Ownership for Slowing Cognitive Decline

Posted by The Goodman Group on April 7, 2022

Dogs are widely recognized as “man’s best friend,” and have been for a long time. In fact, that beloved title can be applied to many types of pets. Be it a...

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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living

Senior Self Care Activities to Add to Your Daily Routine

Posted by The Goodman Group on January 12, 2022

“Self care” may bring to mind visions of lavish spa days or expensive trips to the mall. While these are avenues to show yourself love and care, there are...

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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living, Caregivers, Learning