New Year, New You: Resolve to Lead a More Active, Engaged Lifestyle

By Greg Pascucci

It’s a new month and a new year! It’s a time when many look inward to reflect on changes they can

make to be a better version of themselves. Although making a few resolutions for self-improvement is admirable, experts recommend lifestyle changes over longer stretches of time vs. a goal such as losing 10 pounds in two months.

Here are a few ways older adults be more active and engaged throughout the entire year:

Get Moving
Studies show regular exercise and staying physically active provides many health benefits. Even moderate exercise and physical activity have been linked to improved overall health.

Many senior living communities offer a variety of fitness and wellness programs designed specifically for residents looking to maintain or even begin a fitness regimen. At The Carlisle Naples, a luxury senior living community in North Naples, a state-of-the-art fitness center offers one-on-one instruction and fitness equipment specially designed for seniors. Additionally, with classes ranging from aquacize to virtual fitness games such as Wii bowling and golf, residents can choose specific programs that suit their wellness goals.

Learn Something Exciting
Just like a fitness program for your body, your brain needs to be stimulated with challenging workouts. Scientific research has proven that taking a class on just about any subject can improve one’s cognitive abilities, rejuvenate memory and slow the onset of dementia-related disorders.

The Carlisle’s monthly activity calendar is chock full of interesting, educational programs and classes. Local professors often visit the resort-style retirement community to share their knowledge on a variety of subject matters. Ongoing weekly groups and classes, such as an Investment Club and Current Events also provide opportunities for educational pursuits.

Socialize With Friends
Recently, there has been increased attention on the importance of socializing and maintaining relationships throughout life. Experts on aging have long suspected that socialization improves physical and emotional well-being, increases mental alertness and encourages a more active lifestyle.

Retirement communities offer residents the perfect environment to socialize with neighbors. Meeting new people and continuing friendships is made easier with a variety of social and recreational mixers.

The Carlisle offers unlimited socialization opportunities. Weekly card and board games offer a more intimate setting for friends to gather while events such as the annual Summer Olympic Challenge involve the entire community. There are scheduled outings to local museums, cultural performances and restaurants as well. Plus, the community’s on-site restaurant, The Carlisle Room, is a gathering hub for residents wishing to catch up with neighbors.

Give Back
Findings by “The Health Benefits of Volunteering: A Review of Recent Research” found that adults who volunteer had a more active lifestyle—both physically and mentally—which reduced the risk of chronic conditions such as heart disease and depression.

Senior living communities offer residents the perfect complement of peace of mind for the future while affording the opportunity to continue to be engaged in their personal interests and lifestyles.

The Carlisle’s maintenance-free lifestyle affords residents the opportunity to spend each day as they wish. Many choose to volunteer within the community by serving on the Resident Council or Welcome Committee, while others prefer to be involved in the greater community, volunteering at hospitals and nonprofit organizations.

“Seniors wanting to discover new experiences, innovative surroundings, extraordinary health and fitness opportunities and the ease of a maintenance-free lifestyle need only visit our community,” said Executive Director Bill Diamond. “For everyone resolving to make 2018 a year of change, I say, it’s a new year; discover a new you today.”

Located at 6945 Carlisle Court in Naples, The Carlisle offers spacious one-and two-bedroom residences, weekly housekeeping and flat linen services, basic cable TV, all utilities except telephone, and a complimentary full breakfast plus choice of lunch or dinner in the community’s gourmet-style restaurant. For more information about the community, please call 239-221-0017 or visit www.TheCarlisleNaples.com.

The Carlisle, a luxury, resort-style senior living community in North Naples, offers both Independent and Assisted Living lifestyles. Available on a monthly fee basis, the ECC-licensed and CARF-accredited community boasts a full range of services and amenities including 12-hour restaurant dining, housekeeping, transportation and activities. Located on Airport-Pulling Road, between Pine Ridge and Immokalee Roads, the award-winning community’s lush tropical environment is highlighted with meandering walking paths around three lakes and tranquility gardens. For more information or to schedule a tour, please call Director of Marketing Greg Pascucci at 239-221-0017.

Luxury Rental Retirement Living
6945 Carlisle Court, Naples, FL 34109
239-221-0017 . www.srgseniorliving.com