For Older Adults, Companion Walking Is Key for Long-Term Health
Medically reviewed by Micky Lal, MA, CSCS,RYT — Written by Mercedes Fernandez, Geriatric Kinesiologist, M.A. Kinesiology on June 3, 2022
Edna, a 92-year-old woman who lived in an assisted living community, sat next to her window every day, watching other residents go in and out on permitted outings.
She used a walker to get around but mostly stayed glued to her window, anticipating the day she would be cleared to go outside for a walk.
Suddenly, Edna heard a knock on her door with a friendly, “Hello? Mrs. Edna, are you awake? I am here to take you out for a walk. My name is Mercedes. I am one of the fitness trainers here. May I come in?”
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