There are many everyday activities seniors enjoy doing that can keep their arms strong. Here are a few activities to assist your aging loved one with boosting his or her arm strength.
1. Gardening
Gardening keeps the arms strong because it involves activities such as watering, hoeing, and harvesting. Many seniors find this hobby quite enjoyable. An additional reward of gardening is delicious fresh food on your loved one’s table.
2. Swimming
Spending time in the pool is a great form of exercise for a senior’s arms. Lap swimming can increase muscle flexibility. If your loved one gets lonely, encourage him or her to take a water exercise class.
A professional caregiver can help your loved one exercise safely. Fair Oaks in-home care professionals can be a wonderful boon to seniors. Whether they require around-the-clock supervision or just need assistance with exercise and household tasks a few days a week, seniors can enjoy a higher quality of life with the help of trusted in-home caregivers.
3. Backyard Farming
When it comes to backyard farming enthusiasts, some seniors choose to raise rabbits, while others raise chickens or goats. Irrespective of your loved one’s choice, you should encourage him or her to farm because scooping manure, carrying feed, and filling water containers strengthen the arms.
4. Dancing
Dancing with a partner is a great way to tone the arms. Seniors can choose their favorite style of dance, from the cha-cha to square dancing. An additional benefit they get from dancing is the ability of music to lift the spirit.
If your loved one needs transportation to dance classes, medical appointments, or activities at a local senior center, a home caregiver can be a great resource. Elderly home care experts are available to provide high-quality care to seniors on an as-needed basis. From assistance with mobility and exercise to providing transportation to the doctor’s office and social events, there are a variety of ways professional caregivers can help your aging loved one continue to live independently.
5. Golfing
The perfect golf swing not only allows your loved one to win the game, but it also tones the arms. Golfing is even better for the arms when seniors carry their bags on their own.
6. Fishing
Many seniors enjoy spending the day at a fishing hole, even if they don’t catch anything. Carrying the equipment tones the arms, while casting increases flexibility.
Some seniors need assistance with a variety of daily activities, including getting regular exercise. If your senior loved one needs hourly or live-in care, Fair Oaks Home Care Assistance can help. Our caregivers can assist with exercise and mobility, prepare nutritious meals, provide timely medication reminders, and help with a wide array of other important daily tasks. To learn about our high-quality in-home care services, give us a call at (916) 485-4663 today.