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When you exercise, your heart rate increases, and your body pumps more oxygen to your brain. Multiple studies have found that a well-oxygenated brain helps manage anxiety and depression. Just 20-30 minutes of mild aerobic movement releases chemicals called endorphins that interact with receptors in your Senior Fitness with Symbria Exercise makes you happy! y MONDAY-FRIDAY Group Fitness classes y THURSDAYS Brain Boosters Wii Bowling y FRIDAYS Balloon Volleyball y DAYS & TIMES VARY Card Making-Craft
brain that reduce your perception of pain… meaning you’re more likely to feel positive and upbeat during a challenging session of movement. It also releases other mood- enhancing chemicals like serotonin and dopamine that can stick around in your brain for a couple of hours after you exercise. Exercise does have short-lived mental health benefits, but when done more consistently, studies show that it actually changes the structure and function of the brain over time. So, do your exercises! Walking, NuStep, chair work, machines, dancing to music, breathing, stretching—whatever it is—is always better than doing nothing. Couple that with other healthy practices, such as getting enough sleep at night, eating well, and setting aside time to stay connected and maintain fulfilling relationships, with the many abundant activities we have here at Victorian Village for you to join which include:
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Live & Learn Brain Matters: Understanding Cognitive Changes Thursday, August 14 th 10:00 a.m. in the Grand Activity Center Maintaining brain health is a goal that everyone shares. This seminar approaches brain fitness by exploring the areas of preservation, prevention of memory decline, and information about the structure and capacity of the brain. Join Stacy for an engaging and interactive session that offers tips for brain health and includes some fun brain games.
www.VictorianVillage.com (708) 301-0800 | vv@provlife.com | 12600 Renaissance Circle | Homer Glen, IL 60491
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