Exercise Programs for Older Persons, 2nd segment – The Vintage Times

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things older adults can do for their health. A discussion about the benefits of exercise for older persons is presented on the Vintage Times, a local cable television program for senior citizens.

This is the second in a series on exercise for older persons. Viewers will learn about a variety of programs offered at the Advocate Good Samaritan Health & Wellness Center in Downers Grove. Exercise instructors and program participants describe the benefits of exercise and focus especially on two programs called “Dr. Fit” and “Jump Start Your Heart.” “Exercise is an important part of maintaining good health. It can prevent many of the health problems that seem to come with age. It also helps your muscles grow stronger so you can keep doing your day-to-day activities without becoming dependent on others,” says Ed Bendoraitis, an exercise physiologist.

This program can be seen on the following channels:
• DGTV channel 6, during the month of May 2012 on Mondays and Fridays at 10:30 am.
• Comcast channel 19, during the month of May 2012 on Thursdays at 6 pm.
• In the Village of Darien, on channel 6, daily at 4 pm.
• For AT& U-Verse customers the program airs on channel 99 on same days and times as listed above.

Or, log on www.downers.us. Click on “Stay Connected” then click on “DGTV.”

DVD copies will be available for loan at public libraries in Downers Grove, Darien, and Westmont as well as at the Township office.

Hanna Benioff
Senior Services Coordinator
Division of Human Services
Phone: (630) 719-6682
Fax: (630) 719-6608