The month of May is Older Americans Month. Today also marks a national celebration of Senior health and fitness. We have turned to Angie Thompson, our Professional Fitness Specialist, for some advice. Today, we discuss the bridge pose and its benefits. WHAT IS THE BRIDGE POSE? The bridge pose is an exercise that stretches the … Read More
What brings your life purpose? What activities are you involved in that are meaningful to you? Aging is inevitable, and it’s important that we continue to be active and involved to build resiliency. Aging can mean an increase in chronic conditions, disease, loneliness and cognitive impairment. All of these conditions can lead to despair if … Read More
Our three week, Wheel of Exercise event has come to an end. From completing tasks to solving puzzles, our residents stayed busy and enjoyed their time playing. Their competitive spirit really shined and their determination to keep going was fun to watch. I’m so proud of all of their efforts and I’d like to share … Read More
Starting August 5th, the Wheel of Exercise will begin. Contestants will spin the wheel, complete tasks, solve puzzles, and have fun while working towards getting the most points. There has been much preparation for this event, with the most important component being the wheel. Here at EdenHill communities, we have a woodshop available to our … Read More
The summer heat is here, right on time for National Hydration Day (June 23). Water is essential for human life. Did you know it accounts for 50-70% of your body weight and is crucial for most bodily functions? For some, drinking water throughout the day can be difficult. We forget to carry a water … Read More
As we get older, it becomes more important than ever to maintain a healthy lifestyle. You may think that just means eating right and getting regular exercise but if that’s your fitness philosophy, you may be neglecting one important area: your brain health. While proper diet and exercise are both crucial components of a healthy … Read More
May is here and it’s time to spread the word about the benefits of getting active. Why’s that? It’s National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. In honor of this National recognition we would like to share various events EdenHill has created in the last couple years for our residents to promote exercise and competition. Summer … Read More
The bluebonnets are here, the sun is shining, and it’s time to get outdoors! Good weather brings us the perfect opportunity to take a friend to Landa Park for a stroll or hop in the pool for some water aerobics. It’s wonderful to have many options available to be active and if you’re looking for … Read More
How many times a day do you stand up from a chair, get out of a car, or pick something up off the floor? Answer is, probably several times a day. Squats are an essential movement to our daily living and it’s important that we keep these muscles strong. Here is a guide to help … Read More
Even with our mild Texan winters, February can feel like a dreary month. We get cold fronts. It’s grey out. The days are still short and mornings chilly. But as I contemplated this dreariness, I remembered an article I read from Forbes on Valentine’s Day, 2017. It was entitled “The 10 Habits of Incredibly Happy … Read More