As people age, they naturally lose muscle mass. If there’s only time for one exercise, do a set set of squats, experts say. Squats strengthen all of the muscle groups in legs and glutes, as well as muscles in the lower back and core. Those muscles provide the foundation for climbing a set of stairs and simply standing up from a chair.

The Leisure Leggers, a running and walking club in Leisure World for more than 20 years, meets every Monday at Clubhouse 6 at 8 a.m. for a brisk trot around the neighborhood, followed by coffee and camaraderie. Dues are 99 cents per year. For more information, call President Tom Pontac at 562-304-0880.

• Computer literacy. • Demonstrated sensitivity to cultural diversity. • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. To view the complete job description, visit www.alzoc.org/employment. For additional information, call Tarah McNulty, project manager, at 949-757-3759. Interested individuals are encouraged to review the full job description and submit a cover letter and

SCAN Medicare 101 Learn about SCAN and its benefits. No RSVP required. When: Tuesday, Sept. 12 Where:LargeConferenceRoom Time: 10-11 a.m. Laughing for the Health of It Laughter is scientifically proven to improve the emotional state of mind and can turn a frown upside down. No RSVP required. When: Wednesday, Sept. 13 Where:LargeConferenceRoom Time: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Skin Infection Prevention

AMENITY UPDATE by Kathy Thayer Recreation Manager It’s been a busy summer for Recreation producing the Amphitheater shows and open-air movies. This year has drawn capacity audiences most weeks and rave reviews. Soon, the Entertainment Subcommittee will be formed to choose next year’s performances. Be sure to submit the survey in LW Weekly, which will be published after the last show.

The Velvetones Ballroom Dance Orchestra is Leisure World’s own professional big band, playing big band swing and jazz standards. The orchestra will perform Sunday, Sept. 3 from 6-9 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. The Velvetones play regularly at Clubhouse 4 on the first and third Sunday evenings of the month. Cabaret Entertainers presents “Vinyl Rock” on Saturday, Sept. 9, in Clubhouse 4 at 7 p.m.

Two dance classes are held every Saturday in Clubhouse 6, Section C. In August, Candice Davis will teach cha-cha at 9 a.m. and waltz at 10 a.m. New topics are voted on each month. Each class costs $7 per person. Partners are not needed. For more information, contact club President William Young at 408-858-3560. —William Young