--- title: The Goodman Group Blog | Fitness (4) description: Fitness | Welcome to the The Goodman Group blog. Subscribe today to learn everything you need to know about senior living and health care from a trusted friend. (4) --- [![](https://thegoodmangroup.com/wp-content/themes/thegoodmangroup/assets/logos/tgg-bug.svg)](https://thegoodmangroup.com) - [Who We Are](http://thegoodmangroup.com/who-we-are/) - [What We Manage](http://thegoodmangroup.com/what-we-manage/) - [What We Develop](https://thegoodmangroup.com/what-we-develop/) - [How We Innovate](https://thegoodmangroup.com/how-we-innovate/) - [Connect With Us](https://thegoodmangroup.com/connect-with-us/) - [Blog](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/) # moments matter A Senior Living Resource Blog from The Goodman Group SHOWING BLOG POSTS FOR:  Fitness (4) [Clear Filter](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com) --- --- ## [8 Questions for Staying Happy and Healthy in Cooler Weather](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/seasonal-depression-seniors) Posted by [The Goodman Group](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/author/the-goodman-group) on March 6, 2024 [![](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/hubfs/TGG_Blog_HappyHealthyWinter_640x427_2.22.24.jpg)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/seasonal-depression-seniors) If you are an older adult, especially in northern climates, weather conditions like snow, ice, sleet, and the process of thawing and refreezing make going... [Read More](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/seasonal-depression-seniors) Topics: [Fitness](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/fitness), [Senior Living](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/senior-living), [Spiritual](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/spiritual) ## [What is FIT Functional Fitness®? \[VIDEO\]](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/fit-functional-fitness-program) Posted by [The Goodman Group](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/author/the-goodman-group) on February 21, 2024 [![](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/hubfs/TGG_Blog_FITVideo_640x427_4.13.22.jpg)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/fit-functional-fitness-program) FIT Functional Fitness® is an exercise program designed to improve your overall well-being. The program was developed by The Goodman Group and is available to... [Read More](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/fit-functional-fitness-program) Topics: [Fitness](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/fitness), [Videos](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/videos) ## [Soak Up the Sun! 7 Outdoor Activities for Seniors](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/outdoor-activities-for-seniors) Posted by [The Goodman Group](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/author/the-goodman-group) on August 16, 2023 [![](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/hubfs/TGG_Blog_Sun_640x427_7.24.23.jpg)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/outdoor-activities-for-seniors) Getting outdoors and enjoying some fresh air is good for the body, mind and soul. Our bodies need sunlight to produce vitamin D, a nutrient used to build and... [Read More](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/outdoor-activities-for-seniors) Topics: [Fitness](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/fitness), [Senior Living](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/senior-living) ## [Safety Considerations for Seniors Starting a New Exercise Program](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/safety-considerations-for-seniors-starting-a-new-exercise-program) Posted by [The Goodman Group](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/author/the-goodman-group) on April 19, 2023 [![](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/TGG_Blog_ExerciseSafety_640x427_3.22.23-1.jpg)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/safety-considerations-for-seniors-starting-a-new-exercise-program) 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,... [Read More](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/safety-considerations-for-seniors-starting-a-new-exercise-program) Topics: [Fitness](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/fitness), [Senior Living](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/senior-living) ## [Rock Steady Boxing: Curt’s Journey \[VIDEO\]](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/rock-steady-boxing-curts-journey) Posted by [The Goodman Group](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/author/the-goodman-group) on March 1, 2023 [![](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/hubfs/TGG_Blog_RSBCurt_VIDEO_640x427_2.17.23.jpg)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/rock-steady-boxing-curts-journey) 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... [Read More](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/rock-steady-boxing-curts-journey) Topics: [Fitness](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/fitness), [Videos](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/videos), [Parkinson's](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/parkinsons) ## [Health Benefits of Chair Yoga for Seniors \[Sample Exercise\]](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/benefits-of-chair-yoga-seniors) Posted by [The Goodman Group](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/author/the-goodman-group) on January 11, 2023 [![](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/hubfs/TGG_Blog_SeatedYoga_640x427_1.26.21.jpg)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/benefits-of-chair-yoga-seniors) Editor’s note: This blog was published in February 2021 and updated with additional helpful resources in 2023. [Read More](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/benefits-of-chair-yoga-seniors) Topics: [Fitness](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/fitness), [Senior Living](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/senior-living), [Learning](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/learning) ## [Water of Life: The Benefits of Aqua Therapy](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/benefits_of_aqua_therapy) Posted by [The Goodman Group](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/author/the-goodman-group) on November 23, 2022 [![](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/Seniors%20Swimming.jpeg)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/benefits_of_aqua_therapy) Staying active is key to both physical and mental health. A wonderful way to keep your body moving is through aqua therapy. [Read More](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/benefits_of_aqua_therapy) Topics: [Fitness](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/fitness), [Senior Living](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/senior-living) ## [Expectations When A Loved One Moves to a Senior Living Community](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/expectations-moving-to-a-senior-living-community) Posted by [The Goodman Group](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/author/the-goodman-group) on July 7, 2022 [![](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/hubfs/TGG_Blog_EmotionsMovingtoSL_640x427_6.21.22_v2.jpg)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/expectations-moving-to-a-senior-living-community) Life is full of important transitions, and these major moments become more manageable when you understand what to expect. Like welcoming a newborn child,... [Read More](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/expectations-moving-to-a-senior-living-community) Topics: [Fitness](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/fitness), [Senior Living](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/senior-living), [Spiritual](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/spiritual), [Learning](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/learning) ## [Brain Exercises to Boost Cognitive Health and Memory Retention](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/cognitive-health-memory-retention) Posted by [The Goodman Group](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/author/the-goodman-group) on April 20, 2022 [![](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/Playing%20chess%20with%20people%20in%20the%20background.jpeg)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/cognitive-health-memory-retention) 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... [Read More](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/cognitive-health-memory-retention) Topics: [Fitness](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/fitness), [Senior Living](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/senior-living), [Learning](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/learning) ## [Benefits of Long-Term Pet Ownership for Slowing Cognitive Decline](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/cognitive-benefits-pet-ownership) Posted by [The Goodman Group](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/author/the-goodman-group) on April 7, 2022 [![](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/hubfs/TGG_Blog_Long-TermPet_640x427_4.4.22.jpg)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/cognitive-benefits-pet-ownership) 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... [Read More](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/cognitive-benefits-pet-ownership) Topics: [Fitness](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/fitness), [Senior Living](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/senior-living) PAGE 4 OF 6  [ALL](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/all) ### Stay in the Loop on the latest stories and information by subscribing to our resource blog [Blog Home](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com) ### Posts by Topic - [Caregivers (47)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/caregivers) - [Finance (2)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/finance) - [Fitness (53)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/fitness) - [Learning (45)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/learning) - [Memory Care (47)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/memory-care) - [Moments Matter (30)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/moments-matter) - [Nutrition (29)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/nutrition) - [Parkinson's (19)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/parkinsons) - [Senior Living (239)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/senior-living) - [Skilled Nursing Care (13)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/skilled-nursing-care) - [Spiritual (32)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/spiritual) - [Transitional Care (2)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/transitional-care) - [Veterans (7)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/veterans) - [Videos (70)](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/topic/videos) ### Most Popular [![](https://thegoodmangroup.com/wp-content/themes/thegoodmangroup/assets/logos/stacked-logo.svg)](https://thegoodmangroup.com) [![](https://thegoodmangroup.com/wp-content/themes/thegoodmangroup/assets/logos/logo.svg)](https://thegoodmangroup.com) - ![](https://thegoodmangroup.com/wp-content/themes/thegoodmangroup/assets/logos/stacked-logo.svg) - [Home](https://thegoodmangroup.com/) - [Who We Are](https://thegoodmangroup.com/who-we-are) - [What We Manage](https://thegoodmangroup.com/what-we-manage) - [Senior Living & Health Care](https://thegoodmangroup.com/senior-living-health-care) - [Residential Living](https://thegoodmangroup.com/residential-living) - [Additional Services](https://thegoodmangroup.com/additional-services) - [What We Develop](https://thegoodmangroup.com/what-we-develop) - [How We Innovate](https://thegoodmangroup.com/how-we-innovate) - [Connect With Us](https://thegoodmangroup.com/connect-with-us) - [Partner](https://thegoodmangroup.com/partner) - [Newsroom](https://thegoodmangroup.com/newsroom) - [Careers](https://thegoodmangroup.com/careers) - ![](https://thegoodmangroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/star_trib_2023.png) - ![](https://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/hubfs/2020%20TGG/MN-PE-Award-Logo.jpg) - [![](https://thegoodmangroup.com/wp-content/themes/thegoodmangroup/assets/logos/WEB_Facebook_100px.svg)](https://www.facebook.com/thegoodmangroupllc/) - [![](https://thegoodmangroup.com/wp-content/themes/thegoodmangroup/assets/logos/WEB_X_100px.svg)](https://twitter.com/tggllc?lang=en) - [![](https://thegoodmangroup.com/wp-content/themes/thegoodmangroup/assets/logos/WEB_YouTube_100px.svg)](https://www.youtube.com/@tggvideo) - [![](https://thegoodmangroup.com/wp-content/themes/thegoodmangroup/assets/logos/WEB_LinkedIn_100px.svg)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-goodman-group-llc) --- 1107 Hazeltine Boulevard, Suite 200, Chaska, Minnesota 55318  |  [952.361.8000](tel:1-952-361-8000) © 2023 THE GOODMAN GROUP, LLC - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED [Terms of Use](https://thegoodmangroup.com/terms-of-use)   |   [Privacy Policy](https://thegoodmangroup.com/privacy%20Policy)