Fitness Program
Many people strive to be fit. Fitness, after all, is synonymous with health. Having a high level of overall fitness is linked with a lower risk of chronic disease, as well as a better ability to manage health issues that do come up. Better fitness also promotes more functionality and mobility throughout one’s life span. And in the short term, being active can help your day-to-day functioning, from better mood to sharper focus to better sleep. Contact Harmony Wellness to get your program.
Freehand Exercises
Free hand exercises, commonly referred to as calisthenics, are performed without any specialized equipment. These exercises utilize only your body weight and require no additional tools, allowing for a straightforward workout. Engaging in free hand exercises helps to strengthen and tone muscles as well as internal organs, while also alleviating stiffness and discomfort through various hand movements.
Asanas
The term yoga originates from the Sanskrit word yuj, which translates to “to yoke” or “to unite.” This practice seeks to harmonize the body, mind, and spirit, fostering a connection between the individual and the universal consciousness. Asana, another Sanskrit term, refers to “posture,” “seat,” or “place,” and represents the various physical positions taken during hatha yoga. Each pose carries its unique name in both Sanskrit and English, with most Sanskrit names concluding in “asana.”
Yoga integrates stretching, breathing techniques, mindfulness, and meditation to enhance overall health, alleviate stress, and boost strength and flexibility. Rather than being a mere workout, it serves as a journey into understanding the mind-body relationship. This holistic approach emphasizes mental and spiritual growth over physical exertion, promoting a lifestyle rooted in self-exploration.
Unlike competitive sports such as running or weightlifting, yoga focuses on cultivating balance, coordination, and concentration through mindful movements. It encourages a practice of non-judgment, kindness, and compassion towards oneself and others, creating a supportive environment for personal growth.
Functional Strength Training
Functional strength training is a type of resistance training. What sets functional strength training apart is that the primary goal is to improve movement.
No matter the goal, functional strength training emphasizes exercises that recruit multiple joints (known as a compound exercise) and train for specific movements, as opposed to those that target individual muscles (for example standing up from a sofa).
Benefits:
- Greater Muscle Strength: Because functional strength training involves resistance exercises, it can help you build stronger muscles. And muscle strength is beneficial for anyone, regardless of age or ability level.
- Improved Physical Ability in Older Adults: It’s common for people to lose strength and mobility as they age. Unfortunately, this can make daily activities difficult, if not impossible. And losing the ability to do the activities of daily living (ADLs), or routine tasks essential for independent living, can be unsafe and reduce your quality of life.
- Lower Injury Risk: Fitness professionals consider resistance training essential for reducing injury risk, particularly in athletes. It’s about teaching the body to move better.
Flexibility Balancing and Stretching
Tailored exercise program designed for seniors to enhance flexibility, balance, and functional strength. It incorporates various activities such as walking, aerobics, stretching, and posture exercises.
Aims to improve both dynamic and static balance for better overall mobility.
