Resistance Band Exercise Session at a Care Home

Resistance bands offer low-impact strength training that supports daily activities like sit-to-stand transfers and walking. They help counter age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia) and may even improve bone density through gentle loading effects.

Physical Strength, Mobility & Fall Prevention

Resistance band workouts are highly effective for seniors:

• They help preserve muscle mass and combat sarcopenia, improving independence in daily tasks like standing or walking.
• Bands deliver low-impact resistance—gentle on joints while building bone density and strength.
• Regular resistance training improves balance and stability, reducing falls.
• Clinical studies report significant gains in walking speed, endurance, and single-leg balance after weeks of elastic band exercise.

Cognitive & Emotional Well‑Being

• Physical exercise supports mental health—boosting mood, self-esteem, and cognitive function.
• Structured group activity encourages social interaction, decreases loneliness, and builds community.
• In participants with dementia, resistance training often improves attention, communication, and day‑to‑day engagement.