How to keep those with dementia physically active

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ACTIVITIES FOR ANY DAY – 6 HEALTHY TIPS to help you stay active with Alzheimer’s, along with physical activities to do. 

1. Be realistic about how much activity can be done at one time. Several 10-minute “mini-workouts” may be best.
2. Help get the activity started or join in to make the activity more fun.
3. Find time in the morning for exercise.
4. Break exercises into simple, easy-to-follow steps.
5. Choose comfortable clothes that are suitable for the weather and appropriate shoes that fit well.
6. Make sure both you and the person with dementia drink plenty of water when exercising.

Some physical activities to try:

• Take a walk together.
• Do simple tasks around the house, such as sweeping and raking.
• Work in the garden.
• Play music and dance.
• Exercise with videos made for older people. Try the sample workout on NIA’s free Go4Life DVD.
• Throw a soft rubber exercise ball back and forth.
• Lift weights or household items such as soup cans.
• Use resistance bands, which you can buy in sporting goods stores. Be sure to follow the instructions.

Quick TipTry being active together. Physical activity and exercise are good for caregivers, too!
Visit:www.nia.nih.gov/Go4Life

• Read more tips for adding physical activity to your day.
• Print useful tools.
• Order a free exercise DVD.
• Share your exercise story.

Go4Life: 
Everyday Fitness Ideas from the National Institute on Aging at NIH
Helping People with Dementia Disease Stay Physically Active

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