Active in old age: New Moko-Fit groups bring momentum to Chemnitz!

Active in old age: New Moko-Fit groups bring momentum to Chemnitz!

In the heart of Chemnitz, something happens - and this is particularly important for the older citizens of the city. As part of the "Moko-Fit" movement program, new groups for people aged 65 and over are now in five other districts. This free movement program was launched to keep seniors healthy, active and independent. It is carried out under the sky in parks, sports fields and green spaces where the participants can enjoy the fresh air.

like chemnitz.de reported, the new groups are part of a continuous project that has been in cooperation with the TU Chemnitz, the Office for Prevention and Health since 2022 Citizens' platforms are offered. Even established groups can be found in districts such as Helbersdorf, Markersdorf, Gablenz and many more. The new groups have already started their activities in the districts of Center, Borna and Kappel, while the meetings in Erfenschlag and in the Yorck area will soon begin.

exercise offer for all

The "Moko-Fit" group has the goal of counteracting a up-to-date population with a variety of challenges, such as the increase in chronic diseases and the need for care. The high proportion of over 65-year-olds in Chemnitz, who will increase from 27.8 percent in 2018 to forecast 37.7 percent in 2030, shows the need for low-threshold and barrier-free movement offers. This is one aspect that demography.sachsen.de emphasized.

The motor-cognitive movement concept focuses on training strength, endurance, coordination and mobility, paired with everyday cognitive skills such as memory and attention. Under technical guidance licensed instructors: inside, which look after a maximum of 15 participants: The exercises should also be easily feasible for physical restrictions.

commitment of the community

There is also special attention to the training of volunteer mentor: inside, which are enabled to further look after the groups after the end of the project. The motto "Help for self -help" illustrates that the participants should not only regain movement, but also a piece of independence. This measure is also supported by a scientific support that evaluates the planning and result quality of the project.

The positive feedback from the participants: inside are promising - they report physical improvements, such as a faster gait and a better memory. In this sense, the "Moko-Fit" program makes a valuable contribution to coping with demographic change in the region, as well as