The Arthritis Foundation recommends water fitness classes that allow you to exercise without putting excess strain on your joints and muscles. The gentle activities in water, with guidance from an instructor, will help you improve flexibility, strength and range of motion and help you decrease pain and stiffness. Appleton YMCA, Fox West YMCA, Neenah-Menasha YMCA […]
Tai chi, pronounced "tie chee", is a mind-body practice wherein a person moves his body slowly and gently, while breathing deeply and meditating (Tai chi is sometimes called "moving meditation"). Tai chi is a physical approach to health, longevity, and optimum. Appleton Y, Heart of the Valley Y plus other locations Please go to http://www.ymcafoxcities.org and […]
Join us for a 5 session Tai Chi class that is hosted right here at Aurora Health Care, Oskhosh. Tai chi can offer numberous health benefits including benefits in memory, concentration, balance and flexibility and more. Please go to https://ahc.aurorahealthcare.org/events/ for more information on days and times of classes.
Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting on a chair, or standing using a chair for support. Men and women of all fitness levels are welcome. Please go to https://appletonparkandrec.org/programs-activities/fitness-wellness/active-older-adult/ for detailed information on dates and times of classes.
The benefits of strength training for older men and women have been studied extensively and include: Increased muscle mass and strength Improved bone density and reduced risk for osteoporosis and related fractures Reduced risk of diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, depression, and obesity Improved self-confidence, sleep and vitality Join Angie for this twice a week StrongBodies™ class […]
Workout with your instructor and enjoy great music in a positive and encouraging atmosphere. This 60-minute total body workout includes fun cardio moves, weight training and core exercises. All levels welcome. Please go to https://appletonparkandrec.org/programs-activities/fitness-wellness/active-older-adult/ for detailed information on dates and times of classes.
This is more of a beginners class to Tai Chi. Learn the principles of Tai Chi applied to an ancient Chinese whole body. Please go to https://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/SeniorServices/FitnessCenter.aspx for more detailed information on days and times of classes.
In this class, you will learn the Tai Chi form adapted by a Chinese doctor as a prescription for health. Please go to https://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/SeniorServices/FitnessCenter.aspx for more detailed information on days and times of classes.