Many baby boomers anticipate being active well into their seventies. Most also plan to stay independent as long as possible. Companies are developing products to assist boomers in maintaining their active lifestyles.
The Ease of Use program was created by the Arthritis Foundation to help consumers find products that can be used at all ages. It uses testers with mild-to-severe arthritis in order to assess products. For boomers who aren’t willing to let age stop them from enjoying their favorite hobbies, the Arthritis Foundation offers these tips:
* Choose exercise equipment that reduces strain on joints. Boomers love to exercise and it can be frustrating for them when their backs, knees, or hips hurt after running or cycling. Boomers don’t have to stop enjoying their favorite activities.
Gym rats will find indoor exercise equipment that is designed to reduce strain on the hips, knees, and shoulders. The Arthritis Foundation awarded the NuStep 4000 Recumbent Trainer with Cross Trainer Ease-of-Use Mention for its comfortable and effective seat.
* Make bathroom cleaning more accessible. It can be difficult to clean the bathroom. Bending and scrubbing can cause pain to the joints and muscles. SC Johnson cleaning products like Scrubbing bubbles have innovative ways to remove the need for bathroom cleaning. The Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic Shower Cleaner is an innovative cleaning system that sprays cleaner automatically to remove tough soap scum, mold, and mildew stains. The cleaning solution is mixed with water to immediately start working.
* Eliminate bending and kneeling. As you age, reaching high shelves on chairs or dropping down to fish from low cabinets is less possible. As you age, it can be helpful to design your home so that you have everything you need.
Look for adjustable shelving, pullouts, and extensions when buying cabinets or other storage space. The Diamond Logix 36-inch SuperCabinet has Roll-Out Trays, Dual Storage, and Two Wire Pull-Out Baskets. This makes it easy to reach and grab items without having to bend, kneel, or reach.
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