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11/28/2023 EDT

Stronger Bones – North Country

Activate the joints and muscles to become limber and increase mental focus and concentration during this exercise class. Have your dumbbells, water bottles, soup cans or towels ready to use…

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Good News About Type 2 Diabetes

…will probably advise is to lose weight by reducing calories and boosting exercise. Losing even 5% of your body weight can improve your health. Making these healthy lifestyle changes, plus…

11/30/2023 EDT

Balance/Strength – North Country

Activate the joints and muscles to become limber and increase balance during this exercise class. Have your dumbbells, water bottles, soup cans or towels ready to use for resistance. Trainer:…

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Richard, 70: Running Technique – Dos, Don’ts, and Cues

…live discussion and exercise session. Click here for details!   In need of a little motivation to get moving? Join our free online exercise programs, get the latest fitness updates…

06/29/2023 EDT

Balance/Strength

Activate the joints and muscles to become limber and increase balance during this exercise class. Have your dumbbells, water bottles, soup cans or towels ready to use for resistance. Trainer:…

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Inspiring Story: Karen Birbeck Gets Social in Virtual Reality 

…brain exercise because you’re learning something new. VR takes that to another level. VR can be used to address isolation and depression. It’s being used for pain therapy. Exercise too…

Friday, June 19, 2020

Open Thread: COVID-19…Pounds?

The lockdown was a mixed bag, with some readers gaining a (few) pounds, and others losing weight; a few cited the exercise classes offered by Senior Planet. (Learn more and…

09/13/2023 EDT

Wellness Wednesday – Lunch & Learn

…vision check-ups, home safety assessments, exercise, and proper use of assistive devices. Various resources will be presented for participants to create their own personal falls-prevention action plan. Over the decades…

Thursday, March 14, 2024

Senior Planet Talks to… Tony Orlando

…of mind so I’m losing weight and feeling better. Q: What’s your exercise routine? TONY: I hate exercise and I don’t go to the gym. But I do a pretty…

Wednesday, February 20, 2019

Three surprising ways to help your heart

This month Senior Planet focuses on heart health for Valentine’s Day and American Heart Month. Most people realize that healthy diet and exercise are important to lower the risk for…

Wednesday, May 25, 2022

These Senior Athletes are Aging with Attitude

…and power. All exercise is good, but for us older athletes, it is essential to gain and keep strength. I don’t always want to exercise, but being in this mindset…

Mon, January 22 EDT

Easy Beginner Line Dance Class

Line dancing is a fun way to exercise. The movements are great for increasing brain memory, heart health, coordination, and balance. The class will start by teaching very basic steps…

Mon, January 29 EDT

Easy Beginner Line Dance Class

Line dancing is a fun way to exercise. The movements are great for increasing brain memory, heart health, coordination, and balance. The class will start by teaching very basic steps…

Monday, May 25, 2020

Gratitude at Six Feet Apart

…by cooking at home. If you try looking through a different lens, you can find lots to be grateful for even in these unsettling times. Here is a Gratitude Exercise

Wednesday, April 8, 2020

Tips for Sheltering in Place

…them) for exercising wherever you are, get my 2003 book, The Anytime, Anywhere Exercise Book: 300+ quick and easy exercises you can do whenever you want! Reach out to loved…