Seniors and the benefits of outdoor exercise equipment

1. Palm Desert Seniors,
Civic Center Park, &
Outdoor Exercise

2. Table of Contents
• Demographics of Palm Desert
• Current location/amenities of Civic Center
Park
• Overview of outdoor body weight based
exercise equipment
• Benefits for seniors
• Conclusion

3. Palm Desert Residents
% of Population
by Age
19 and under
20 to 39
40 to 59
60 to 79
80 and over
2010 U.S. Census
 33% are 65 and over
 54% are 50 and over

4. Civic Center Park Palm Desert
• Civic Center park is centrally located
• The park currently provides terrific amenities
• There is still room for improvement

5. Outdoor, Body-Weight Based Exercise
 Equipment that uses body weight
 Does not require traditional weights
 Provides an affordable exercise option for
residents
 Low cost park addition for the city

6. Benefits for Seniors
• Improved wellness through prevention
• Increased social interaction
• Increased health benefits in outdoor spaces
• Affordable option for residents on a fixed
budget

7. The City of Palm Desert can promote
active senior lifestyles, maximize park
efficiency, foster social interaction,
and increase overall public use of
Civic Center Park by adding outdoor
exercise equipment.