National Senior Health & Fitness Day
Get ready for National Senior Health & Fitness Day by putting on your sneakers. Every last Wednesday in May, around 100,000 senior adults in the United States take part in activities for this national event.
Special Events for Seniors
Various organizations, including banks, health clubs, houses of worship, hospitals, malls, park & recreation departments, and senior centers, offer special events tailored for seniors.
Benefits of Physical Activity for Seniors
Seniors can benefit in many ways from physical activity, which can be done at home, in a community pool, or at a local center. Seniors have a variety of exercises to choose from, including yoga, walking, and swimming, which can be adapted to accommodate any limitations. These activities offer numerous benefits, such as reducing the risk of falls, maintaining strength and healthy joints, controlling blood pressure, reducing the risk of colon cancer and diabetes, easing anxiety symptoms, providing community and companionship, and preventing arthritis joint swelling and pain.
Senior Health & Fitness Day
Find an event near you or explore online options to start a fitness routine at home. Share your current fitness routine on social media using #SeniorHealthFitnessDay.
History of National Senior Health & Fitness Day
National Senior Health & Fitness Day is organized by the Mature Market Resource Center, a national information clearinghouse for the older adult market, as a public-private partnership.
