Evaluation of cognitive and motor functions in older adults, after participating in "Thinking in Motion" intervention, based on Eshkol-Wachmann Movement Notation (EWMN).

Thinking in motion- A physical training program , which offers cognitive challenge's as dual task, memory Challenge's, attention Challenge's, orientation Challenge's and more: based on EWMN motion Observation. Training takes place 3 times a week for 3 months in groups of max 14 participants for 45 minutes. The intervention sessions are designed in three parts: A. Warm-up- preparing the body for physical activity, experience working with rhythm, mood elevation and motivation. The warm-up takes place in a circle with rhythmic background music. This part has both physically and mentally purpose. Exercises intervention may be frustrating for practitioners and one of the goals in the warm-up is to create a good atmosphere high spirits motivation, fun and create a sense of partnership. The warm-up structure is inspired by dance therapy groups of Chase (Chaiklin, Schmais, & Lewis, 1986). Additionally, the warm-up is important for softening the joints, increasing range of motion, strengthening muscle power, balance and other contractile elements relevant to exercises which will appear later in the practice. B. The central part of the training - The exercise session will focus on one or two exercises how will develop. The exercises is performed with metronome background or music. C. End - creating a ending activity, coping positively with frustration and a sense of partnership. Closer will take place by highlighting success and carrying out a task as a meaningful achievement and as a "grand Finale " . In addition, the physical goal is to bring the body into a state of rest, stretching muscles, and regulation of breathing. The intervention is face to face with a guide in a closed room, with a circle of chairs, music and blackboard. The intervention is customized by level of functioning of the group members. The intervention guide hes a BE.d degree and a teaching certificate in the field of theater and dance and MA in movement therapy from the University of Haifa . Has extensive experience in dance training and experience of three years working with the elderly in movement .