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Playgrounds for Seniors Popular in Europe, Asia and North America
By
Andrew Cohen,
September 2010
Although they're already constructed on four continents, so-called "playgrounds for seniors" are making news as a potential worldwide trend.
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Nutrition and Weight Control for Older Clients
By
Barbara A. Brehm,
July 2008
As people age, their physiological needs change — and so should your fitness and diet recommendations.
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Profiting from Longevity
By
Ronale Tucker Rhodes,
September 2006
It's not uncommon to find people in their 60s, 70s and even 80s working out at fitness facilities. If you aren't yet focusing on the needs of older adults in your facility, you're missing out on an enormous opportunity.
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Strength Training Benefits Older Participants
By
Wayne Westcott and Bob Simons,
September 2006
Researchers conducted two studies to determine the benefits of resistance training for older adults, and found that even a basic program of resistance training can benefit this population in a variety of ways.
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Older Adult Fitness: Understand the basics
By
Stephen A. Black,
November 2005
Your facility can benefit from offering exercise programs to older adults, but only if you know the basics about the body and aging.
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Age of Reason
By
Michael Popke,
11/1/2004
Unlike previous generations, many of today's older adults recognize the benefits of staying active, and facilities of all types are stepping up to serve them
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