[For Seniors] Popping, Fun Halloween Exercise
October 31 is Halloween.
At senior care facilities and day service centers, Halloween-themed recreational activities are held.
There are many kinds of Halloween activities, but one of the top recommendations is Halloween exercise.
This workout, done to upbeat music, is sure to invigorate both body and mind.
In this article, we introduce Halloween exercises recommended for older adults.
Halloween may not be very familiar to some seniors, but we hope they can discover its fun through exercise.
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[For Seniors] Poppin’ Halloween Exercises (1–10)
Halloween Night
This is an exercise routine set to AKB48’s song “Halloween Night,” which depicts a fun Halloween party.
It’s done seated, focusing on moving the upper body—mainly the arms—so its ease and accessibility are key highlights.
Because each movement is simple, you can really feel the rhythm and enjoy moving your body.
By not only making big, loosening movements that warm up the body but also paying attention to your facial expressions, you can experience the joy of Halloween with your whole self.
Halloween pumpkin
It’s a song themed around pumpkins, the iconic symbol of Halloween, that conveys the excitement of a party about to begin.
The rock ’n’ roll sound is another highlight, and its light rhythm really captures the rising Halloween mood.
The choreography is simple, focusing on full-body, rhythm-based motions that mimic ghosts and other spooky movements, so even those who aren’t confident dancers can still move their bodies well.
Since steps and leg lifts can be a bit challenging, I recommend focusing on reproducing the upper-body movements.
The world goes wah-ha-ha!
A song with a gentle vibe that expresses a smile with the whole body—perfect for a Halloween setting where you convey fun through your entire being.
Since the content involves moving your body broadly to a calm rhythm, you can feel the song’s comical world with your whole body.
The lyrics that depict smiles and playful expressions are also key to conveying joy, and if you consciously focus on your facial expressions, the sense of fun will be emphasized even more.
If squats are difficult, doing the moves while seated is also recommended.
Focus on your arms and move your whole body with intention.
[For Seniors] Popping, Fun Halloween Exercises (11–20)
Bakechama the Ghost
This is a comical and cute song in which “Bake-chama,” a ghost who’s actually a scaredy-cat, introduces themself.
The choreography is simple, focusing on the swaying movements of a ghost—have fun moving your body to the calm rhythm.
Not only the big, full-body motions but also the hand-waving is a highlight, helping you stay aware of the sensation of blood flowing to your fingertips.
Since the upper-body movements are the main focus, it should be enjoyable to do even while seated in a chair.
Halloween is a big commotion
This piece portrays the lively atmosphere of Halloween, where ghosts and various monsters gather.
Its light, march-like rhythm is striking and conveys the excitement of looking forward to the once-a-year party.
The exercise focuses on marching steps to express the march rhythm and the gentle swaying movements of ghosts, allowing for calm yet enjoyable full-body movement.
Even when performed seated, paying close attention to the marching choreography helps train not only the upper body but the entire body effectively.
Bakeraccho
When we think of ghosts, we don’t just picture them swaying and drifting—we also strongly associate them with changing into different forms.
This song is themed around things that can change shape, and its choreography even incorporates elements of games.
Not only ghosts but also raccoon dogs (tanuki) and cats are used as prompts, with everyone striking poses and trying to match them.
By using your whole body to hit each pose, you can enjoy moving your entire body in a fun way.
The song’s light tempo makes it easy to find a rhythm for moving, which really enhances the enjoyment.
Pinkfong Exercise
This piece portrays the eerie atmosphere of a skeleton ghost writhing, and the choreography is also inspired by skeletons.
Since Halloween is originally a foreign tradition, moving your body to an English song might help you feel the authentic vibe.
With its focus on the jerky, angular motions of a skeleton, recreating the choreography draws attention to joint movement.
Another highlight is the gradually accelerating tempo—if you catch the rhythm and move your body, it can lead to smoother joint motion.