Seniors can get a lot of benefits from going to the gym on a regular basis. In addition to getting the exercise that seniors need to be healthy going to the gym is a chance for seniors to get the socialization that they need and make new friends. But seniors should keep a few necessary items in the gym bag that they take to the gym regularly to make sure they have everything they need for any situation. A home care provider can help seniors make sure their gym bag contains these items:

Clean Workout Clothes

Even if seniors aren’t doing tough workouts they may need an extra tee shirt or an extra set of workout pants if an accident happens or if they get dirty. Seniors who are doing swim aerobics or water workouts should have an extra set of clothes and a sweatshirt so that they don’t get cold when they are coming out of the pool. It’s also a good idea to put an extra towel in the bag too. Just make sure that the extra clothes and towel do get washed when needed. Home care can help with that.

Extra Socks

The number one most important thing for seniors to keep in their gym bags is extra socks. Seniors may get a hole in a sock, or their sock could get wet, or their socks could get dirty or muddy if they are exercising outdoors. Seniors need to take extra care of their feet, especially seniors with diabetes, so having clean dry socks at all time is essential. In fact, seniors should keep two pairs of extra socks in their gym bags just in case.

Baby Wipes

Baby wipes can help seniors stay clean and sweat free when they are exercising. But baby wipes can also be useful for cleaning exercise machines, cleaning up after using the bathroom, and keeping seniors fresh and feeling good so that they feel more confident being out in public. It’s also a good idea to put a travel size deodorant in the bag and some extra briefs if your senior loved one wears briefs so they will have everything they need to feel confident.

An Extra Water Bottle

Seniors should be drinking water before, during, and after a workout. Being dehydrated can have a big impact on a senior’s health. Dehydrated seniors may not be able to workout as effectively. They also may become confused or dizzy while trying to exercise. And dehydrated seniors increase the risk of other health problems as well. Having an extra water bottle in their gym bags will ensure that seniors are always able to get water, even if they lose a water bottle or drink all the water in a disposable bottle. Just make sure the water bottle is marked with your senior loved one’s name and contact information in case it gets lost or goes missing from their gym bag.

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Valerie was born in Miami, FL and after a few family moves, grew up locally in the Marietta, GA area.Valerie is the oldest of 4 (3 younger brothers).She is married and has one child.Valerie is the Founder, Owner and CEO of Home Care Matters.Valerie’s mom, Dee, is the inspiration and primary driver as the how and why the business was born.Valerie says, “My mom is never far from our thoughts.Mom was an integral part of developing and starting HCM before she passed away.Our goal is to stay true to her memory and continue to honor her with the love, values, and ethics she taught us.”

Valerie has the unique experience with home care as she has experienced it from both ends of the spectrum, as a caregiver and as needing care herself as a cancer survivor. Valerie says, “Taking care of someone you love is a physically, mentally and demanding labor of love.Taking care of my mom was the hardest thing I have ever done. It has given me an insight and perspective not many people understand unless you are doing it or have done it.I loved taking care of my mom.I love helping others take care of their love ones too.And now that I’ve been sick, it’s given me a whole new level of empathy and understanding for those who are sick and need help.”

Valerie’s schedule varies daily, but she loves visiting with our clients, families, caregivers, our network partners and being in the office.Says Valerie, “Every day is different, but I wake up excited about what we do, inspired by our team, clients and caregivers.I strive to be a resource to the community.I love my team and I love what we do every day. I like to think my mom would be proud.”

You can reach Valerie by email (Valerie@homecarematters.com) or in our office (770.965.4004).

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