The 9th day of the 9th lunar month has the meaning of long life, so it is also the festival of respect for the elderly, sending people's blessings for the elderly to live a long and healthy life. Climbing up to enjoy the autumn and thanksgiving to honor the elderly are two important themes of today's Chongyang Festival activities. So, what are the activities that can make the elderly spend such a meaningful day on the Day of Respect for the Elderly?
1, tai chi is a more suitable program for the elderly. Elderly people adhere to a long time to play Tai Chi, can improve the body's blood circulation, alleviate some chronic diseases, improve lung respiratory function. Of course, the exercise time should not be too long, to be gradual, usually about an hour is almost the same.
2, cycling can play a certain role in the exercise of the legs and joints of the elderly. But it should be noted that the elderly cycling speed should not be too fast, so as to avoid accidents due to the speed of the car too fast.
3, slow walking is also very suitable for the elderly a way of exercise. It can enhance the ability to adapt to a variety of environments and things; eliminate fatigue, relaxation, sedation, clear mind; to maintain the flexibility of the joints, improve muscle immunity; improve digestion; beneficial to the cardiovascular system, respiratory system and other functions.
4, swimming is one of the more typical aerobic exercise, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly people. Swimming can lose weight, adjust mood, improve body balance, help the whole body's blood circulation, enhance immunity, increase respiratory depth and strengthen the respiratory organs function, strong strong bones, help the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases and so on.
5, square dance is one of the very favorite entertainment projects of the elderly. Square dance can not only improve hand-eye coordination, prevent dementia, relieve muscle tension, is good for mental health, promote spiritual communication, relieve loneliness. Dancing is more helpful for middle-aged and elderly people to keep fit. Pleasant mood, improve memory.
With the development of society and the increasing pressure of life, more and more elderly people alone in the empty nest. We need to care for the elderly, together to create a whole society to establish a culture of respect for the elderly, respect for the elderly, love the elderly, help the elderly.