Empowering older adults to stay active, healthy, and socially engaged.
As we age, staying active becomes increasingly important to maintain our physical and mental health. Engaging in regular exercise offers numerous benefits, including reducing the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis. Exercise also strengthens muscles and bones, improves cognitive function, and boosts mood.
While some might view exercise as a chore, it’s essential to see it as an investment in your long-term health and independence. By staying active, you not only maintain the ability to perform daily tasks and live independently for longer, but you also enhance your overall wellbeing, with studies showing that regular physical activity can reduce anxiety and depression.
Recognising the importance of active ageing, HomeTeamNS is introducing GX Fit — a curated programme designed to promote an active lifestyle among seniors. These activities also foster social connections, helping older adults engage with like-minded individuals in their community.
An exciting launch event was held on 29 September, during which individuals from all ages and walks of life engaged in an invigorating brisk walk at the scenic Lower Seletar Reservoir, as well as participated in other fitness activities. The fun-filled day was the perfect way to kick off the much-anticipated new fitness programme, designed to keep our seniors active and engaged in fun, dynamic ways.
Here’s a closer look at what GX Fit has to offer:
Boxing might sound intense, but this class is tailored to suit the physical capabilities of seniors. Instead of focusing on power and speed, the programme emphasises movement, balance, and flexibility. These elements are crucial for preventing falls and keeping seniors agile.
Dance fitness is a fun, low-impact exercise that engages both the mind and body. It doesn’t feel like a workout — just groove to the music and enjoy the rhythm. With its varied and less-repetitive movements, dance fitness poses a lower risk of injury, making it perfect for seniors.
This class combines stretching and conditioning exercises to help reduce joint stiffness, alleviate aches, and improve flexibility. Conditioning exercises activate major muscle groups, helping seniors maintain mobility, prevent muscle loss, and reduce the risk of falls and fractures.
Although rock climbing can appear intimidating at first, this class allows seniors to start at their own pace within a supportive environment. Climbing helps build confidence and challenges age-related stereotypes, offering a fun and empowering way for seniors to step out of their comfort zones.
Target shooting is less physically demanding but offers significant mental benefits. It improves focus, hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and overall physical dexterity, all while providing a fun challenge to hit the target accurately.
Starting this month at HomeTeamNS Khatib, all activities in the GX Fit programme will be available free of charge for all HomeTeamNS members. Members can also bring along 2 non-member friends for free.
Members must be aged 44 years old and above to register for the activities. Register here and let’s get moving while discovering the joy of fitness fun together!
The programme schedule for the month of October is out! For more information on HomeTeamNS GX Fit and future months’ schedules, head over to this website.
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