Mount Pleasant Magazine May/June 2018

185 www.RetiringToSC.com | www.ILoveMountPleasant.com | www.ReadMP.com senior living physical endurance. Many of these classes are specifically designed to be safe for people with varied abilities. “We have a dance instructor who teaches our residents dances they can do either standing up or in their chair, and they love it,” said Laura Nagelberg, director of lifestyle programs for Somerby Mount Pleasant. “It’s similar to Zumba but has a unique twist, and it’s always changing – from jazz to Hawaiian music and so many other genres – it never gets boring. These dancers’ brains are constantly being challenged to learn and move differently.” Somerby Mount Pleasant offers ball core, cardio/dance and water aerobics classes – all with energetic instructors – and is considering adding more of the most popular exercise classes, such as tai chi and yoga. Somerby plans to incorporate fun elements to keep the activities fresh. Recently, residents had the opportunity to try conductorcise, which incorporates music, brain stimulation and movement designed to relieve stress, improve stamina and lose weight. Members of the Somerby community loved the classes so much that teachers are being trained to lead them on a regular basis in the future. “We really try to keep things interesting and focus not only on maintaining but improving the lifestyle of our community members,” Nagelberg continued. “The trendier classes, such as those that incorporate dance and memory, like conductorcise, are very welcomed, and the residents find that the classes are fun and don’t feel like exercise. Continuing to move – at whatever level you are comfortable – is the key to longevity and health.” Franke at Seaside, a continuing care retirement community, offers its residents a variety of ways to get active, from trendier tai chi, yoga, aquatic exercises, bocce and croquet to more leisure activities like off-campus walking groups. Their line dancing classes are geared toward helping residents learn some of the latest dance trends so they can participate in their grandchildren’s wedding receptions. “Our Life Enrichment calendar keeps seniors moving, encouraged, motivated and at the top of their game,” said Lisa Smith, director of life enrichment – active lifestyle at Franke at Seaside. “Our calendar is resident-driven, and it’s great to give them these opportunities to make life interesting while keeping their minds and bodies in shape.” Whether you plan to channel your inner Latin American dancer, unleash your fiercest downward dog pose or smash some shots with the pickleball paddle, the Mount Pleasant community – in the spirit of George Burns – offers abundant options to keep you from getting old as you get older. All loans are subject to credit review and approval. Terms and conditions subject to change without notice. FEDERALLY INSURED BY NCUA Why choose South Carolina Federal Credit Union for your Jumbo Loan? • As little as 5% down • Good for primary and secondary homes • Cash-out option available • Fixed rate mortgages and adjustable rate mortages (ARMs) available • Locally owned with local decision making 843-797-8300 (Charleston) 800-845-0432 (Nationwide) scfederal.org/mortgage TINY RATES. JUMBO LOANS.