Community Corner
Exercise and Healthy Aging
How world-class recreation sets this 62+ community apart. Living here is good for your health!
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It’s no secret that exercise plays an integral role in healthy aging. Even just light movement for a few minutes a day can infinitely boost quality of life and lead to substantial health benefits. In fact, studies have shown that regular exercise and movement results in:
- Improved immune and digestive functioning.
- Better blood pressure and bone density.
- Lowered risk of Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, osteoporosis, and certain cancers.
- Increased metabolism.
- Increased muscle mass.
- Improved mobility, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
- Reduced risk of falls.
- Improved quality of sleep.
- Increased endorphins and reduction of feelings of sadness, depression, and anxiety.
- Increased social engagement.
- Memory loss prevention.
Despite all of these life-changing health benefits, finding motivation to exercise can be tough. Especially as we get older. Luckily, living at The Leggett at Elizabeth Square makes exercise easy and fun! The 62+ community boasts incredible proximity to world-class recreation. As a resident of The Leggett, you’ll have the Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center at your doorstep.
Leggett residents enjoy unmatched access to the rec center, with complimentary and unlimited entry to drop-in activities like pickleball, badminton, and indoor walking, among others. Additionally, residents have the opportunity to join exercise classes at no extra cost. Specifically designed for older adults, these classes encompass a range of options such as Bone Builders, Sit and Be Fit, Kick Boxing, Balance Boom, and Senior Fit. Aquatics classes are also offered for a fee.
It's never too late to get your body moving, boost your health, and improve how well you age. So, what are you waiting for? Take the next step to living at the crossroads of being well and well-being. Live at The Leggett!
Visit LeggettSeniorApts.com to apply online. The Leggett is an Equal Housing Opportunity community.
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