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Celebrating Senior's Week in Lethbridge June 7-13, 2021

The Lethbridge Sport Council would like to recognize and celebrate Alberta’s Seniors’ Week June 7th -13th. Adults age 65+ are encouraged to participate in a variety of physical activities that are enjoyable, safe and get their bodies moving and hearts pumping! Below are some programs and activities to help stay active and moving!

Everyday ways to be active:

Go for a brisk walk around the block
Set some jogging/running goals
Be active with family
Go for a nature hike
Take your dog for a walk
Go for a bike ride alone or with a relative
Start a garden

Online Resources to stay active at home:
New Horizons for Seniors Program hosts Wellness Wednesdays: Age Well, Expect More! - Free program for Older Adults to join health and wellness experts online!
Participation Movement Mondays- Dance Party - Healthy Lethbridge hosts FREE Zumba Dance parties for seniors. Register using the link above
8 Week Fitness Program for Seniors - Video series for seniors to stay fit and active with how-to instructions on the exercises
Walk at Home by Leslie Sansone - YouTube workouts to do at home! Workouts vary in length, difficulty & type
Senior exercises online - Exercise videos for people 60+! Exercises include strength, flexibility, balance, & more
Strengthen and Stretch Videos - YouTube strength and stretch workout videos to do at home!
LSCO Home exercises and 28 Day ABS Challenge - Home exercises featuring the Alphabet Workout and a 28-Day ABS Challenge (2020 document)
Nord-Bridge Virtual Fitness Programs - Nord-Bridge virtual workouts including yoga and Zumba
Active Aging Canada- Daily Dose Activities - Daily exercises for trunk & core, lower body and upper body