Chair Exercises For Older Adults （椅子锻炼对老年人）.pdf

Chair Exercises For Older Adults Many of these exercises were adapted from these sources: National Institute on Aging, Exercise: A Guide from the National Institute on Aging, 2001, /HealthInformation/Publications/ExerciseGuide/. Tufts University and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Growing Stronger: Strength Training for Older Adults, 2002, /nccdphp/dnpa/physical/growing_stronger/growing_stronger.pdf. Prepared at The University of Georgia by: Mindy Bell, BS, Primary Group Exercise Certified (AAFA, Aerobics and Fitness Association of America), Tiffany Sellers, MS, and Kathryn N. Porter, BS (Personal Trainer and Master Fitness Specialist from the Cooper Fitness Center; NASM Group Exercise Leader, Certified through ASCM and Cooper Fitness Center). Illustrated by: Krysia Haag, Computer Graphics Artist, The University of Georgia. Reviewed by: Bree Marsh, BS, Certified Personal Trainer (AFAA), The University of Georgia. For more information, contact: Mary Ann Johnson, PhD Professor of Foods and Nutrition Faculty of Gerontology Department of Foods and Nutrition The University of Georgia Athens, GA 30602 mjohnson@ 706-542-2292 The University of Georgia 1 How to Use this Manual Many of the chair exercises in this manual are adapted from the National Institute of Aging, Tufts University, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. They are designed to improve strength, flexibility and balance. Most of the exercises can be done while sitting in or holding onto a chair to help with balance. Many of the exercises incorporate a ball to add fun and interest, as well as to help improve coordination. Balls can be found at discount stores. A plastic air-filled ball is recommended as it provides more resistance than a foam ball. However, foam balls may be appropriate for some people or grou