Austin, Texas, is a lively city filled with much to do. That makes it perfect for active seniors…but also a little difficult to choose where to start! So, the experts at The Continental independent living community in Austin, TX is making it easy on you by providing some ideas that include our community activities and things to do around town.
But first things first, it’s hot in the Texas sun! Let’s cover some sun safety:
Now back to the fun stuff!
Hiking and long nature walks are great ways to get out and get in touch with nature! Although Austin is a city, we’re home to a lot of lovely hiking opportunities. So, just hop in the car, bring some water, and head out on your way. Here are some great and easy hikes we recommend, perfect if you’re just picking up hiking!
Or, if you want to get some movement right in the community, join our Walking Club every Monday-Thursday at 8:45 am!
There’s nothing more relaxing than enjoying your favorite book in the sun. Either read within our beautiful community or head to a park to get into some new scenery. We recommend Mueller Lake Park; it has a beautiful lake, picnic area, and a looped walking trail if you need to get up and stretch out for a bit. Not only does reading help improve your brain function, but combining that with some healthy sun exposure also has great health benefits such as better sleep and boosted serotonin, the chemical in our brains that brings us joy!
If you’re an avid yogi or Tai Chi enthusiast, it’s a great idea to bring these relaxing exercises outside. Both of these forms of exercise have amazing health benefits connected to the mind, body, and soul. Amplify these benefits and connect to nature by bringing them outside and into the sun!
For even more ideas for getting outdoors, our residents can join our amazing organized community activities or chat with our staff to get recommendations. We can’t wait to see and hear about what our senior residents are up to this spring at The Continental in Austin, TX.
To learn more about our residency or schedule a tour at The Continental, contact our friendly team today.