5 activities to do with friends or family

For those who go to the sea, the coastal water walke (or longe-côte) is a trend that has not run out of steam. And for good reason, it is above the benefits. With the body immersed in water up to the navel, it combines the benefits of classic walking (good for the heart, bones, maintenance of muscle mass, breathing, etc.) with the draining effects, water stimulants and relaxants. “Walking in water activates blood circulation, which can be beneficial for people who suffer from water retention and a sense of heavy legs”, points out Alexia Cornu, sports coach of the State.

Do you have a pool near your vacation spot where aquagym sessions are offered? Take the step! Water fitness activities such as lwater gym are part of “sports” that allow you to work on cardio (activity that trains the heart muscle) and burn calories, all while preserving your items.

By doing a myriad of exercises, with or without accessories, you also develop your coordination. “In the summer, moving in the water also prevents your body from getting too hot,” notes Alexia Cornu. Of course, in case of extreme heat, regardless of the physical activity, we reserve our sessions for the cooler hours of the morning or evening when the mercury has dropped.

In the mountains or in any green place, many people put in their bags for an escape of many kilometers. A good idea, as long as you don’t start out as an amateur walk. “Even if you are not going for a long time, it is essential to equip yourself with good shoes suitable for walking, to wear a cap or a hat” (among other things like sunscreen) to protect yourself from the heat. We do not skip the bottle of essential water or the bottle of water to hydrate regularly, “especially since the elderly tend to feel less thirsty”, notes Alexia Cornu.

Breaks on your beach towel, in a garden or on a carpet, invite you to relax. But they also lend themselves to some stretching movements inspired by yoga or Pilates to stretch the legs, the back, the shoulders… Postures that children and grandchildren will join with pleasure, and that will cultivate the mobility of the ‘articulation and muscle flexibility, in addition to providing pleasant. feelings of well-being.

Time to play with the treasure hunt that allows you to move while having fun and exercising your memory. This type of activity in which we seek to discover clues is ideal to engage with our children and grandchildren and create happy memories.