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pact activities of daily living ,” said Amy . “ The classes at SpringRidge offer a holistic approach to wellness . Rise & Shine , for example , is all-encompassing with an emphasis on mind , body and soul . Some residents engage the soul more through the music while the gentle movement resonates more with others .”
Jim attends Rise & Shine as well as Functional Movement and credits the classes with his improved health .
“ I have a bad back ,” he explained . “ Through exercise , my legs , shoulders and arms have gotten much stronger and I ’ m not in as much pain . Getting in and out of the community ’ s pool used to be a struggle , but I ’ m finding it ’ s gotten much easier .”
These are the kind of stories that bring Amy joy . She wants residents to see beyond the lifting of weights and stretching to envision how the exercises will help them perform activities they enjoy such as playing billiards and bean bags .
“ I explain the ‘ why ’ behind each workout ,” she said . “ How can we access joy and do pleasurable activities if we ’ re in pain or sick ? The more we move our joints , the less pain we ’ ll have . Do you know how much core strength is needed to golf or sit and quilt ?”
SpringRidge resident Marilyn Owens concurs , adding she believes in “ using it or losing it .” She relishes the convenience of having a wealth of fitness classes available within steps of her residence . Though she ’ s been a lifelong fitness enthusiast , living at the community has made her workouts more effortless .
“ When I moved in nearly two years ago , a walking map was included in my welcome package ,” she said . “ I ’ ve found that even going for a stroll is more convenient and a lot safer than when I was walking on a public street . Plus , I ’ ve gotten to meet some great people along the path .”
Amy also stresses that social connections go hand-in-hand with physical
Amy ’ s tips for keeping your New Year ’ s resolution
� Ease back in and give yourself grace — let your body acclimate to a new way of being and moving .
� Write down your “ why ” and set measurable goals — reading these regularly as it ’ s a great way to stay motivated along the way .
� Write it on your calendar — you are more likely to keep a commitment if you put it on your calendar .
� Monitor your progress — start a journal to reflect on and track your wellness activities . This habit increases your personal momentum .
� Make time for rest and recovery — giving yourself time for rest and recovery is crucial for developing consistency and ensures a decrease in risk of injury from over training .
� Recruit a buddy — keeping a social commitment with your workout partner helps keep you both accountable .
� Use your resources — work with fitness instructor to develop a wellness plan .
activity . Her socially-distanced “ Amy ’ s Healthy Focus ” events foster camaraderie while addressing topics such as proper hydration , healthy sleeping patterns and alleviating stress .
“ The pandemic has certainly made it easy to get mentally and physically lethargic ,” said Marilyn . “ But it ’ s all about self-discipline and wanting to be a healthier version of yourself . Plus , it
helps to have an exceptional instructor who is rooting for your success — in and out of the gym .”
To learn more about SpringRidge at Charbonneau and our wealth of onsite fitness options , please call 503-446-6250 . To schedule a personal tour of the CARF-accredited community or sample the lifestyle , please visit Spring- RidgeatCharbonneau . com .
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