Exercise

The 11 sources listed below are each rated on how they can help caregivers better understand and manage exercise in people with Alzheimer's disease or dementia.

Sources are ranked from highest to lowest.
ALZSmart Score™ - Very Good75%

Alzheimer's Society

Geo Location: All (UK)

ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents

This is part 1 of a 6 part series:  1) Physical activity and exercise, 2) Benefits of exercise and physical activity, 3) Getting started with exercise, 4) Exercise in the early to middle stages of dementia, 5) Exercise in the later stages of dementia, and 6) UK resources.
Physical Activity and Exercise
ALZSmart Score™ - Very Good75%

Caregiver Homes

Geo Location: All

ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents

Lists 13 outdoor exercises.  Has 17 indoor exercise ideas.  14 chair-based exercise for mobility impaired seniors.  6 exercises for seniors with dementia.  There are links provided for each exercise to the source website; this can greatly expand the number of exercise options.
Best Exercises For Seniors:  Expert Tips Advice On Outdoor Exercises, Indoor Exercises, Chair-Based Exercises, and More For Older Adults
ALZSmart Score™ - Good65%

Lewy Body Dementia Association

Geo Location: All

ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents

Multi-topic article.  The section on exercise includes a list of 9 benefits of exercise.  Has 13 tips on how to get started.
Benefits of Exercise For People With Dementia
ALZSmart Score™ - Good65%

Go4Life (NIA/NIH)

Geo Location: All (US)

ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents

National Institute on Aging website dedicated to exercise.
Go4Life from the National Institute on Aging at NIH
ALZSmart Score™ - Good60%

Dementia Australia

Geo Location: All (AU)

ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents

[PDF - 3 Pages]  Q & A format is used to address several key questions in regard to exercise and dementia.
Physical Exercise and Dementia
ALZSmart Score™ - Average55%

WebMD

Geo Location: All

ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents

Provides advice on 4 aspects of exercise to discuss with doctors before starting any exercise program.  Has 6 exercise tips for people with Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer's Disease and Exercise
ALZSmart Score™ - Average55%

The 36-Hour Day (6th Edition)

Nancy L. Mace, MA and Peter V. Rabins, MD, MPH

Pages 84-86

Geo Location: All

ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents

Explains the benefits of exercise.  Discusses how exercise is affected by illness or inactivity.
The 36-Hour Day (6th Edition)
ALZSmart Score™ - Average55%

Ahead of Dementia

Luciana Mitzkun

Pages 115-118

Geo Location: All

ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents

Explains the benefits of exercise.  Discusses physical activity in early, middle, and late stages of dementia.  Has 6 tips for exercise.
Exercise for the Brain
ALZSmart Score™ - Average55%

Daily Caring

Geo Location: All

ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents

Discusses the benefits of exercise and how to encourage someone with dementia to exercise.  Lists 12 ideas for physical activities for seniors with dementia.  It categorizes them into simple, moderate, and advanced.
12 Ideas For Exercise and Physical Activities For Seniors With Dementia
ALZSmart Score™ - Average45%

National Institute on Aging (ADEAR)

Geo Location: All (US)

ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents

Lists 9 tips for helping the person with Alzheimer’s disease stay active.  5 reasons why people may have problems with exercise as the disease progresses.  5 exercises for people who have trouble walking.
Staying Physically Active with Alzheimer's
ALZSmart Score™ - Satisfactory35%

Alzheimer's Association

Geo Location: All

ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents

Describes several physical activities to consider.  Also discusses 8 factors that increase the risk of heart disease and may increase the risk of dementia.
Stay Physically Active

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