[For older adults] Music recreation that helps boost mood and improve health

Song Exercise Festival

Health exercise to the tune of Saburo Kitajima’s “Matsuri”! Super popular at day care! [Song Exercise] [Rhythm Exercise]

Enjoy it even while seated! Here are ideas for a sing-and-exercise routine to the song “Matsuri.” When you think of summer festivals or evening cool-down festivals, many people imagine Bon Odori, right? This time, let’s move our bodies to the famous song “Matsuri” by the legendary Saburo Kitajima.

The video introduces ideas for movements you can do while sitting! Even subtle motions will loosen up your body if you do them properly—no doubt about it! Sing, dance, and make fun memories.

365-Step March Exercise

Seated Exercises to the Song “365-Step March” [Seniors] [Day Service]

This is about moving your body energetically to the rhythm of Kiyoko Suizenji’s song “365-Step March.” By matching the powerful yet steady tempo characteristic of a march, you can put real strength into the exercises.

The routine mainly involves moving the upper body while seated in a chair, and by keeping proper posture in mind, it can lead to a full-body workout.

Incorporating steps and hand claps, and even singing along as you go, will make it more enjoyable to move—highly recommended.

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A-I-U-Be Exercise Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

Five mouth exercises to extend healthy life expectancy — full version, all at once

Many care facilities have residents do oral exercises before meals.

The goals of these exercises include preventing aspiration, reducing food spillage, and improving eating and articulation.

This time, we’d like to introduce an oral exercise set to the melody of the children’s song “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.” Using familiar songs—like children’s songs that many older adults know—makes it easier to participate.

By changing the lyrics to “aiuebe” and vocalizing them, you can expect to strengthen the tongue and the muscles around the mouth.

Since it also trains the facial expression muscles, conversations with richer expressions may become smoother.

It’s an exercise that also supports communication, so please give it a try.

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Hinamatsuri Exercise

Children’s Song “Happy Hinamatsuri” Exercise: Leg Exercise Edition — Simple seated sing-along exercises you can do in a chair. Perfect for senior facilities, day services, or at home! / For seniors / Health exercises / Care-prevention

Here’s an introduction to a seated exercise that’s perfect for March.

Let’s move our legs and arms to the tune of the children’s song “Ureshii Hinamatsuri.” This exercise is expected to improve blood circulation and help reduce swelling.

Many older adults have probably heard or sung “Ureshii Hinamatsuri” at least once, right? Using a familiar song makes it easier to get started.

Some of the moves also match the imagery of the lyrics, which makes them easy to remember and helps the body move more naturally.

It’s fine to wait until you’re comfortable, but try doing the exercises while singing along.

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karaoke

Who wouldn’t think of their hometown? Healthy Singing Voice Karaoke

Karaoke is something you can enjoy even in a short bit of free time, and it’s great for relieving stress.

There’s a unique pleasure in singing at the top of your lungs that nothing else can replace.

Solo karaoke is fun, but getting lively with a group also sounds exciting.

Another way to enjoy karaoke is to use a machine with a scoring feature.

It will surely motivate you to go to karaoke.

Plus, since it analyzes your singing voice, it’s perfect for anyone who wants to improve.

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step exercise

[Beginners Welcome] Introductory Step Exercise Anyone Can Do

By stepping in time with the music, this routine makes it enjoyable to train the action of lifting your feet.

In addition to marching in place, adding steps in various directions helps you become more aware of hip and knee movements.

Another important point is to set a wide step platform in front of you; by incorporating movements that go up onto it, you can effectively strengthen your pushing-off power.

As you practice while thinking through more complex step patterns and let your body get used to them, this training can also lead to smoother walking.

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Soran-bushi exercise

Soran-bushi exercise

Many older adults may be familiar with the Soran Bushi, don’t you think? I’ve heard it’s sometimes performed at school sports days.

Just hearing the rhythm and calls of Soran Bushi can make you feel energized.

Let’s try some exercises to the spirited rhythm of Soran Bushi.

Move your body by extending your hands forward or raising them overhead like a banzai cheer.

It can be done while seated, so many older adults should be able to take part.

If it’s a song they know, older adults will likely enjoy doing the exercises comfortably.