December 5, 2025
Thriving Generations in Motion
News Update: December 2025
Fit for Family: How to Stay Active and Keep Up with the Grandkids
At Thriving Adults, we believe staying active as we age isn’t about chasing fitness goals, it’s about staying connected to the people and moments that matter most. For many older adults, that means having the mobility and strength to enjoy time with grandchildren or younger family members, however your family looks. Our approach focuses on simple active ageing exercises that help people feel confident, energetic, and capable in their everyday lives.
Here are three key areas that make the biggest difference, plus practical tips you can start today to support staying active with grandchildren.
1. Mobility: Move Comfortably, Confidently – and Playfully
Grandkids are always on the go – playing on the floor, exploring playgrounds, or sprinting across parks. To join in without discomfort, building and maintaining good mobility and strength is essential.
Tip: Practice getting up and down from the floor once or twice a day. Start by using a chair for support if needed and reduce assistance over time.
This simple functional movement strengthens your legs and core, improves flexibility, and supports staying active with grandchildren during playful moments.
At Thriving Adults, our active ageing exercises focus on functional movement that directly translates into real-life family activities – from floor play to chasing bubbles at the park.
2. Energy: Move More to Feel More Energised
It might feel counterintuitive, but regular physical activity actually increases energy levels over time. The key is finding the right type and amount of movement for your body.
Tip: Begin with 10–15 minutes of activity, three times a week. A brisk walk, light resistance training, or a gentle group class can improve stamina and reduce fatigue.
These short sessions of active ageing exercises boost energy and help you feel more prepared for staying active with grandchildren, even on busy family days.
3. Strength: Stay Strong, Steady and Grandchild-Ready
Everyday family moments require mobility and strength, from lifting toddlers and carrying sports bags to supporting your balance on uneven ground. Without enough strength, these tasks can feel harder than they should.
Tip: Add simple strength exercises such as sit-to-stands from a chair, wall push-ups, or carrying light groceries. This helps build muscle, support bone health, and improve balance – all crucial for staying active with grandchildren.
Our active ageing exercises are designed to build strength gradually and safely, so you feel steady, strong, and capable during all the moments that matter.
The Bigger Picture: Healthy, Happy and Ready for Family Adventures
Exercise isn’t just about muscles or stamina; it’s about quality of life. It’s about joining the picnic without hesitation, playing backyard cricket with confidence, and creating memories without worrying about balance, aches or fatigue.
At Thriving Adults, our mission is simple: to help older adults maintain the mobility and strength they need to stay active, healthy and joyfully connected. With the right active ageing exercises, you can enjoy more of what matters most – time with family, and all the fun that comes with it.
