Physical Activity

There are many ways to stay physically active including walking, strength training, biking, exercising, and fitness and recreation programs. When engaging in physical activity it's also important to stay safe and to be careful during hot weather, to hydrate as needed, and to exercise caution when walking or biking on roadways.

Programs & Services

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Fitness

Programs and services that provide opportunities for physical activity.

"Walk-Fit" Mall Walking Program

Virginia Hospital Center

1100 S. Hayes Street, Arlington, VA 22202

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Main: (703) 558-6859
50+ Active Lifestyles

Chesterfield Baptist Church

16520 Hull Street Road, Moseley, VA 23120

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Main: (804) 739-2197
Active Adult Programs

Jamerson Family YMCA

801 Wyndhurst Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502

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Main: (434) 582-1900
Active Aging, Bon Air Center

Sheltering Arms Physical Rehabilitation Centers

206 Twinridge Lane, Richmond, VA 23235

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Main: (804) 764-1000
Toll-Free: (877) 567-3422
Active Aging, Chester Center

Sheltering Arms Physical Rehabilitation Centers

12220 Iron Bridge Road, Suite C, Chester, VA 23831

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Main: (804) 764-1000
Toll-Free: (877) 567-3422
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Recreation

Programs that provide entertainment, outings and leisure activities.

Accessible Travel Resources and Information

Blue Trunk Foundation

P O Box 5041, Charlottesville, VA 22905

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Main: (434) 218-2296
Active Older Adult Programs

Southside Virginia Family YMCA

580 Commerce Road, Farmville, VA 23901

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Main: (434) 392-3456
Fax: (434) 392-6852
Active Older Adult Programs, Socialization and Wellness

YMCA of Greater Richmond

2 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA 23220

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Main: (804) 644-9622
Fax: (804) 643-0687
Administrative Office of Parks and Recreation

Bedford County Parks and Recreation

1257 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA 24523

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Main: (540) 586-7682
Fax: (540) 586-9338
Administrative Office, Parks and Recreation

Alexandria Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities

1108 Jefferson Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

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Main: (703) 746-4343
Fax: (703) 838-6344
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Statewide and Nationwide

Recreation

Programs that provide entertainment, outings and leisure activities.

Activity and Game Catalogs

eNasco

(Website for catalogs), 901 Janesville Ave, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538

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Main: (800) 558-9595
Toll-Free: (800) 558-9595
Ballroom Dancing

USA Dance, Inc

P O Box 152988, Cape Coral, FL 33915

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Main: (800) 447-9047
Fax: (804) 744-3608
Bird Area

Manassas National Battlefield Park

12521 Lee Highway, Manassas, VA 20109

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Main: (703) 754-1861
Fax: (703) 754-1107
Blue Ridge Parkway

National Park Service-Blue Ridge Parkway

199 Hemphill Knob Road, Asheville, NC 28803

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Main: (828) 348-3400
Hiking, Trail Maintenance

Old Dominion Appalachian Trail Club

PO Box 25283, Richmond, VA 23260

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Fitness

Programs and services that provide opportunities for physical activity.

Fitness

Ageless Grace

Unpublished, Chesterfield, VA 23838

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Fitness & Fitness Education | Shape Up & Drop 10

Shape Up America!

6707 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20817

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Main: (301) 493-5368
Fitness at Home

50 Plus.org

2682 Middlefield Road, Suite Z, Redwood City, CA 94063

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Main: (650) 361-8282
Fax: (650) 529-9592
Go Red For Women

American Heart Association

7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231

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Main: (800) 242-8721
Toll-Free: (800) 242-8721
Health Club or Fitness Professional Locator

American Council on Exercise

4851 Paramount Drive, San Diego, CA 92123

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Main: (858) 279-8227
Fax: (858) 279-8064
Toll-Free: (888) 825-3636
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Articles

5 Health Benefits of Gardening

Gardening offers opportunities for physical activity and, in the case of community gardens, socialization.
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Aging Well: Healthy Choices Solution Center

VirginiaNavigator's Healthy Choices Solution Center sponsored by Anthem, helps you to make healthy lifestyle choices at any stage of your life!
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Benefits of Exercise

Interested in everyday benefits of exercise? Read this detailed article describing the health benefits and overall benefits of exercise.
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Exercise: The Magic Potion

If you are having problems sleeping, staying focused, or not having a lot of energy, daily exercising can make a change in your life. Not only will you have lots of energy, you will be able to stay focused, lose weight, and get a good nights sleep.
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Go4Life Exercise Initiative

Go4Life is an initiative from the National Institute on Aging focusing on exercise in four categories: aerobic, strength, balance and flexibility.
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Growing Stronger: Strength Training for Older Adults

While many seniors think their days of strength training are in their past, building muscle mass and strength offers a surprising number of benefits for seniors. Read about the benefits and get exercising!
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How Can You Be More Active? Tips from Anthem

Being more active is a process that takes time. Find ways to be engage in regular exercise by taking small steps.
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Making Fitness Accessible for Everyone

Explore accessible fitness programs across Virginia!
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Participating in Activities You Enjoy

The National Institute on Aging discusses the importance of participating in activies you enjoy and how they can impact a longer, happier life.
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Regular Exercise Boosts Older Adults’ Brainpower

Physical exercise is important to help older adults keep their minds sharp.
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Ultimate Anti-aging Workout

We all know exercise can help us stay healthy, but what about helping us stay young? Is there one type of workout that’s best at reducing the effects of aging?
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Walking Your Way to Better Health

Sheltering Arms explains how walking can lead you to better overall health.
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Links

Videos

go4life.nia.nih.gov/sample_workout/7-strength-balance-flexibility-exercises/?hilite=%27balance%27 shows 7 strength, flexibility, and balance exercises that older adults can perform in various places around the house using everyday materials.

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