6 factors to positive ageing: move

12.12.2015
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RDNS New Zealand

Positive Ageing is about experiencing more happiness and satisfaction with life at any age. RDNS’ Education & Learning Centre studied and gathered evidence-based research about Positive Psychology.  

Our six factor ‘BE-ACTIVE’ model includes understanding what makes us feel good and finding ways to make this activity a bigger part of our life.  Doing this helps us to balance out the other (negative) stuff.

CONNECT   –   MOVE   –   BE PRESENT   –   LEARN   –   THINK POSITIVE   –   ENERGISE

Moving boosts our energy levels and helps us sleep well.

Moving every day impacts our fitness, strength, balance and flexibility. Research shows us that exercise significantly improves quality of sleep and helps us feel more alert during the day.  As our ability to balance decreases as we age, keeping active every day can reduce the risk of unsteadiness leading to falls.  

There are many ways to move more during the day:  dance to your favourite song, walk to the local shops instead of taking the car, or get off the bus one stop earlier.  Stretch - try to touch your toes every morning, join a fitness group, take a friend’s dog for a walk, take the stairs, try yoga or a Tai Chi class.  Ask your Village Manager what exercise activities are available in your community.

RDNS New Zealand provides home nursing, care and support services to help new Zealanders live their best lives through better health and independence.  

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