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Senior Travel Tips: Our National Parks
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As we dive deeper into summer and temperatures become increasingly hot, it’s important to stay cool and beat the heat to ensure the safety of you and your loved ones. For senior adults, this means being proactive about how you spend your time outdoors and indoors, too. Stay out of the sun and heat during the hottest part of day, but if you need to go out just remember to apply sunscreen to avoid sun damage like liver spots or skin cancer.
It’s important to stay in contact with your loved ones and check in on your neighbors to make sure they’re staying safe in the heat. Prepare for any situation and have several days of extra water and food in case of a power outage. Also, if you or someone you know has hearing loss, a caption phone may be beneficial, especially in emergency situations when you need to get a hold of someone quickly.
Did you know that too much heat isn’t safe for anyone? This is especially true for seniors who are at a greater risk of heat-related illnesses like heat syncope (sudden dizziness), heat cramps (painful tightening of muscles), heat edema (swelling in the ankles and feet) and heat exhaustion which can lead to a heat stroke (when your body is unable to cool down). Practice these summer safety tips for seniors and share it with your loved ones to ensure everyone stays safe this summer.
Senior adults who stay active aren’t just contributing to their physical health, but mental health, too. Better Health reports that people who exercise regularly are less likely to develop mental illness and treat certain conditions like depression and anxiety. The CDC recommends that adults over the age of sixty-five exercise for at least thirty minutes, five days a week. No matter what exercise you choose to meet these requirements, make sure you have a water bottle at your side to stay hydrated.
Don’t know where to start? Join the YMCA or look for a local gym that offers indoor pools to avoid harsh rays from the sun. You’ll also be happy to know that swimming is the ideal workout for seniors because of its low impact to joints which provides comfort for those with joint pain. It also improves heart health, reduces the risk of osteoporosis, improves your muscle strength and boosts mental health. Reach out to a family member or friend and schedule a workout together to keep each other motivated!
Swimming might not be for everyone and that’s quite alright. There are other exercise options that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle this summer and all year long.
Learn more about each exercise and the benefits at Senior Lifestyle.
Stay on top of wellness during these hot summer months and remember, safety and health start with YOU. Take every necessary step to ensure you and your loved ones have a safe and enjoyable summer. It’s time to beat the heat and start with one of our summer safety tips for seniors!
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