Barbara Sanchez, PhD and Tina Riordan, PhD from ENHP’s Exercise Science program recently visited the Granby Senior Center to talk to seniors about the connection between exercise and mental well-being.
The faculty members shared how neurotransmitters and growth factors, released during exercise, aid in mood regulation, stress management, as well as memory and cognitive functioning. After the presentation, the seniors participated in a full-body stretching routine, balloon volleyball and obstacle course to get them up and active!
Barbara Sanchez, PhD, working with seniors to get their bodies moving!