Brilliant Aging Products

Books

Exercise and Wellness for Older Adults:Practical Programming Strategies

(2nd Edition, 2010)
by Kay Van Norman

This updated and expanded book helps readers develop an ageless attitude about maintaining vitality through the lifespan, and outlines programs and strategies that support health in all dimensions of wellness including; physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and vocational. It can be used by two main audiences: 1) the professional who needs a practical guide to help them develop, market, and manage a successful exercise and wellness program for older adults; either within senior living, or in a community-based setting; and 2) the mature adult who wants to understand how to stay healthier in body, mind and spirit;

This new edition offers facts about biological aging (based on research not expectations), reveals psychological and social influences on aging well, and outlines programs (complete with almost 200 descriptions and photos) for low-impact aerobics, strength and power training, chair exercise, and water exercise. And it helps you understand motivation strategies- because, let’s face it- it’s not just knowing how, it’s actually taking action and doing it that creates results! Finally, two exercise DVDs (ordered separately) show Kay leading a 30 minute chair exercise class for participants with movement restrictions, and a 60 minute low-impact aerobics class for functionally independent participants.

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Exercise and Wellness for Older Adults – Chinese version

by Kay Van Norman

In 2011, Exercise and Wellness for Older Adults was published in Traditional Chinese. You can order the Chinese version here

Exercise Programs

Chair Exercises for Improving Strength and Function

This 37 minute dvd is especially designed to improve physical function and the ability to perform the activities of daily living. Led by Kay Van Norman, older adult participants demonstrate mobility, range of motion, balance, coordination, and strength exercises. Ankle weights and large sponges are used for maximum effectiveness and fun. Perfect for use at home or in-group settings.

DVD $19.95 each (US)

DVD

Low-Impact Aerobics for Seniors

This 58 minute dvd is designed to improve overall physical condition. Led by Kay Van Norman, older adult participants demonstrate warm-up, low-impact aerobics, stretching, balance, coordination, and strength exercises set to pleasing music. Perfect for use at home or in a group setting.