Exercise

The Plaza Life Protocol

Resistance training to prevent muscle loss

The older people get, the harder it is to maintain muscle mass. Frailty is common for seniors who develop this age-related muscle loss, called sarcopenia. But with early detection and the right strength training, sarcopenia can be prevented and even reversed, along with other benefits.

Consistency

In our senior living communities, we encourage residents to integrate exercise into their daily routines, ideally performing resistance training three to four times a week.

A gradual, personalized approach

Our residents start small, do what they can, and go at their own pace.

Positive Reinforcement

Strength training and other exercise for seniors at The Plaza comes with encouragement and community support.

Take the next step

Exercise

Resident eating a healthy meal with a Nutrition wellness graphic.
For seniors, a diet rich in protein and low in fructose is crucial for maintaining muscle mass and reducing the risk of injury.
Resident singing with a Stress Reduction wellness graphic.
Excessive stress can lead to a range of metabolic illnesses, which is why we ease stress with a social, active lifestyle.
Senior woman drinking water with a Hydration wellness graphic.

Dehydration in older adults poses several health risks, making it vital for seniors to drink plenty of water throughout the day.

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