As part of the “Health Hour” initiative, aimed at organizing leisure time for retirees and promoting Active longevity, an open class titled “Skiing – an Accessible Form of Physical Activity” was held. The skiing lesson was conducted by Marat Sarsembayev, a physical education instructor from the Saryarka district. The event was attended by members of the Scandinavian walking group and clients of the fitness center from the “Active Longevity Center” in Saryarka district.
Taking advantage of the favorable winter conditions, participants became familiar with the basic techniques of skiing. During the lesson, the movement techniques and safety measures while skiing were explained in detail. Practical demonstrations included proper breathing, maintaining body balance, and techniques for ascending and descending slopes. Additionally, the benefits of Scandinavian walking were discussed, and methods for proper movement using special walking poles were presented. Retirees actively participated, noting that walking in the open air not only benefits health but also positively affects their mood.
