“There are a lot of benefits for doing an exercise program like Sit and Dance. Muscle tone is enhanced. A lot of times people simply don’t use their arms or use their available muscle strength or range of motion that they would if they are participating with a program like Sit and Dance. They have that ability to maintain flexibility and muscle tone. There are a lot of things that are benefited through posture. Posture deteriorates over time and if a person is doing exercises to maintain that more erect sitting postures, that’s going to be a benefit to them. Respiration can be enhanced through deeper breathing exercises and cardiovascular function is improved. ”
Ian Erickson Physical Therapist, MPT
 
“The variety, and the holiday programs, and the different styles in the programs can fit into your calendar or your theme for the month. So if you are having a luau one month you can use the Polynesian Island routine and fit into the whole feel for your month that you have programmed.”
Jody Slagowski Activities Director Orchard Park
 
“It’s nice to be able to do a 5 minute stretching routine in the morning, kind of get them and in the afternoon, do a full program or in the evening when they are looking for something to do.”
Robyn Ellis Owner/RN Charleston
 
“Some of the residents, they don’t get out of their rooms much. We could just send it up to their rooms and they could enjoy it in their rooms.”
Lamar Dilworth Co-Manager South Towne Ranch
 
“It has a very positive effect on them. They seem to forget where they are, that they are in a long-term facility.”
Annika Niven Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
 
“This idea is amazing. I’ve never even seen this. It’s a brand new idea that I think will help all of these seniors that can’t really do a whole lot. You know, and might not feel like they have much dignity because of that; it will bring a lot of dignity. I think it’s a wonderful idea."
Geri Lehnardt Case Manager
Mountain Land Department of Aging & Family Services