Chair yoga is a great way to get into yoga if you have limited range of motion. If you have a mobility condition, or if you are dealing with a long-term injury, it can be surprising what you can do without leaving your chair. Chair yoga is ideal for building up strength and increasing your flexibility whilst also staying safe and stable. First Steps The first step is obvious: get a chair. It is best to use a chair with a back, no handles, and one that is flat on the ground to avoid movement. We can all get very busy at times, and it is very important to fit some movement …
Commonwealth Games: Which Sports Are Most Suitable for the Elderly?
The Commonwealth Games have recently ended and the spectacle of so many sporting events still hasn't worn off. People across the country have been inspired to take up new sports, and this year's games have shown that age is only a number. For over-60s, however, the desire to take up new activities may be dulled by health worries. But there are plenty of sports suitable for the elderly, and we have picked out some of the best. Sports of the Commonwealth Games This year's Commonwealth Games showcased a myriad of sports. Whilst we're not expecting you to start sprinting or jump …
Top Winter Sun Holidays
There is another month of summer ahead of us, but it will be over before we know it. For those of us who aren’t ready for the warm weather to end, we might already be thinking about a holiday somewhere hotter. Fortunately, there are some holiday destinations that enjoy hotter weather when the cold reaches us. To help give you something to look forward to as temperatures cool, here is our list of the top winter sun holidays. What is a Winter Sun Holiday? The term ‘winter sun holiday’ is, in simplest terms, a name given to holidays to locales that continue to receive sunny …
Hobbies to Try in Summer 2023
Summer has arrived, and it has brought warmer weather and longer days with it. This makes it the perfect time to encourage your elderly loved ones to pick up some new hobbies - and you can do it too. With plenty of opportunities for getting out of the house, as well as hot days where you want to stay inside, there's no end to the hobbies you and your loved ones can try this summer. How to Pick a Hobby With so many hobbies to choose from, it's important to know how to pick a hobby that appeals to you or your loved ones. Whilst in some ways we would encourage you to try …
Activities & Events To Do In the UK This Summer
Every summer across the UK there's a huge array of events and activities held, from sports, arts and crafts to music. Of course not everything is free, but we're here today to give you a definitive list of the best free and paid events and activities that are available in parts of the UK. These events are great for all ages, but particularly might be of interest for the elderly to enjoy. 1. Open Air Cinemas Great for those who love movies and the great outdoors! Outdoor cinemas first popped up around 1916 in Berlin, Germany, often screening Hollywood Premieres to audiences who sat on …
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee: Activities for Elderly Loved Ones
With the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Weekend right around the corner, we look at the best activities for your elderly loved ones during this special celebration. It has been seventy years since Queen Elizabeth II was crowned, making her the longest-reigning British monarch in history. This also means there has never been a Platinum Jubilee in the UK before; truly, this is a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle. With many of us off work for the long weekend, it's the perfect opportunity to engage in some activities with your elderly loved ones. But what are you going to do? Here are some …
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