For seniors and their carers, movement and exercise have always been vital with proven benefits.
Improved muscle mass, bone density, strength and balance can significantly reduce the risk of falls – all while prolonging lifespan and boosting cognitive function and mental health.
Better coordination and fine motor skills can also support independence, with drastic improvements in everything from using a mobile phone to opening a jar or doing up a shirt.
Today, the spotlight on senior health is even more intense, with a post- pandemic times presenting one of the greatest challenges to aged care and retirement living.
At Playground Centre, we are passionate about delivering real physical and mental benefits to people of all ages – through smart equipment that’s easy, engaging and enjoyable.
Our innovative, safe equipment is grounded in research with the reassurance of 100 years’ combined experience.
Smart Equipment
We have a wide range of equipment with specific benefits for positive and healthier ageing. Here’s just a snapshot.
Movement and Exercise Stations
Our specially designed fitness stations support whole-body strength, dexterity, coordination and flexibility in affordable and compact units. Standalone, together or combined with other seniors’ equipment, they’re perfect for retirement villages, aged care facilities and public parks.
The Ex-bench
Designed with exercise and human movement specialists, this unique fitness station provides a full-body workout in one compact unit. Bodyweight exercises are the focus, encouraging strengthening without straining and overworking the muscles.
Specific (and appropriately modified) exercises for seniors include stretching, core exercises, leg raises, step ups, squats and pull ups.
Benefits:
- Age-appropriate, safe, targeted exercises.
- Designed with experts for peace of mind.
- Easy, non-intimidating instruction signs & videos.
Max Health – Young at Heart
Designed specifically for seniors, this neat unit is incredibly versatile and appealing.
Features and benefits
- Finger stairs: Boost fine-motor skills and coordination.
- Sliding ring: A simple but effective workout for wrist, elbow and shoulder joints.
- •Balance spring: Sit for gentle hip rotation, stand for body control and balance with a focus on the deep muscles.
- Balance beam: Improve balance and reduce fall risk.
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