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Healthy habits are important to people of all ages. Staying active can help lower your risk of heart disease. It can improve your strength and balance so you can continue to be independent as you age. It can also improve your mood and your self image. After moving out of a golf community where easy access to activities designed to help you stay active, you may find yourself facing a sedentary life.

Here are five tips on how to stay active after moving out of a golf community. Be sure to note that before you start any new fitness regime, you should consult with your doctor.

Set goals

It’s recommended by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that older adults aim for 2 hours and 30 minutes a week of moderate-intensity aerobic activities. Aerobic activities include walking, dancing, swimming, etc. Anything that gets your heart rate up is considered Aerobic.

If you haven’t been active in a while, start slow and work your way up. A little bit of exercise each day is better than none! Always remember it doesn’t matter how slow you go as long as you don’t stop.

By setting goals, you can hold yourself accountable. Inspire yourself even further by taking progress photos. Tell someone else about your goal so they can help hold you accountable or write it down and post it somewhere you look every day.

Go for daily walks

Daily walks are a great way to stay active and can also supplement your daily routine. Not to mention, finding a partner or two to walk with can help you build new friendships after your move out of your golfing community. If you have a pet, increasing the length or frequency of your daily walks will keep you both happy and healthy.

Strength train twice a week

Strength training, such as working with exercise bands or lifting weights, is an important aspect of your workout regime, enabling you to stay strong, maintain your independence and prevent falls.

Strength training can also mean incorporating functional movements into your fitness routine. Functional movements are based on real-world situational biomechanics such as squatting, stepping and push-ups. Because functional movements are movements that we perform every day, utilizing them in workouts will not only keep you strong but help make day-to-day life easier. Working on squats will help make getting out of a chair easier, light lifting will enable you pick things up when they fall and the ability to do a push-up is crucial should a fall occur.

If you have trouble staying committed and doing strength training on your own, join a local gym or utilize one in your new community. Most gyms have personal trainers that can work with you to meet your fitness goals or help you get started

Do yoga

Yoga is a form of exercise for mental and physical health that incorporates breathing techniques and stretching. The physical benefits to yoga include improved strength, as well as flexibility and balance, all of which are important to help you maintain independence and lower your risk of falls. But other benefits include improved mental wellbeing, sleep and mood. It can also help reduce stress.  

The best part about yoga is that it can be done anywhere and anytime. Some people see it as a great way to prepare for the day and others even follow a “sleep time” routine that helps them relax before bed. Because it’s a passive exercise, it’s easy to incorporate into your day such even while watching TV. There are lots of free online yoga classes that can be found via a Google search or on YouTube.

Joining a yoga class is also a great way to socialize after moving out of a golf community. There are a number yoga classes available at places like the Yoga Lab and Fusion Yoga & Wellness which offer beginners yoga for those just getting started.

Continue to golf!

Just because you’ve moved on from living in a golf community does not mean you quit  playing golf entirely. Golf is a fabulous way to stay active and socialize as you age. There’s nearly an endless number of public and private golf courses to play a round in Southwest Florida. Not to mention, there’s par three courses and chip and putt facilities available such as Alico Family Golf.

If you’re looking for a condominium community that offers all the amenities you’ll need to stay active after moving out of a golf community, consider Genova. Located in the heart of Estero and priced from the mid $300s to $700s, Genova’s clubhouse has luxury fitness amenities such as a state-of-the-art fitness center with group classes and covered 25-meter lap pool to help you stay active. Genova is located adjacent to Estero Community Park where residents can stay active at any of the many outdoor courts, lake paths, 5K cross country course and more. Because it’s not a golf community, there’s no equity fees, club fees or CDD tax. Ever. For more information, visit Genova-Florida.com, call (239) 948-2929 or email sales@genova-florida.com.  

Condominium living has become increasingly popular. Condominiums live like single-family homes but require much less maintenance; it’s no wonder so many individuals are opting for them over standalone properties. Before purchasing a luxury condominium, here are five important things to look for before making a final decision:  

Location, location, location

You’ve heard it before, and we’ll say it again, it’s all about location, location, location. Before putting a down payment on a condo, be sure that it’s in the right location in regard to your hobbies and interests. If you like the beach, don’t pick a condo in the middle of a city. If you like to fish, definitely don’t pick a condo 50-miles inland. Not to mention, down the road you may decide to sell this condo. Consider condominiums that are in an area that’s seen as up-and-coming. It may prove to be profitable for you in the future, should you decide to sell.

Genova is ideally located in the heart of Estero, Florida. In this 25-square-mile city, you’re intimately close to the famed Gulf of Mexico beaches, shopping at Coconut Point or Miromar Outlets, sporting arenas like Hertz Arena or Hammond Stadium, Estero Community Park and you’re near art and cultural venues like Barbara B. Mann or Artis-Naples. However you enjoy spending your spare time, Genova’s convenient location in Estero has something for everyone.

Luxury amenities

When you’re looking at potential luxury condominiums, take a close look at its amenities. If a community is marketing itself as luxury, its amenities should be as well. Is there a resort-style pool and fitness center? What additional offerings does the clubhouse have? What can you do in your spare time in your community? Are there recreation courts for play? Depending how close the condo is to local shops, restaurants and centers for the arts, you’ll want to be sure to consider the location as an amenity.

Genova offers just about all the amenities you’d ever want and then some, which are all included with the purchase of your new home. The clubhouse, with its full-time general manager and maintenance staff, offers social gathering rooms including an expansive community room with large-screen television and lounge seating, games tables and hospitality prep kitchen. The resort-style pool overlooks the glistening waters of the lake while the sundeck has fabulous views of Genova’s water features and Southwest Florida’s famed sunsets. Additional amenities include a covered 25-meter lap pool, state-of-the-art fitness center with aerobic studio, bocce courts, community events and residents’ clubs, off-site events and close proximity to Estero Community Park.

Private parking

One thing you should not have to fight for in a luxury condominium community is parking. When looking at a condominium, confirm that there is private, under-cover parking before purchasing. If there isn’t private parking, then it isn’t luxury!

Each residence at Genova is allotted a private two-car garage. There is additional undercover parking and guest parking available throughout the community.  

Pet friendly

Your furry friend deserves to live a luxurious life too. If life wouldn’t be complete without them, then a luxury condominium that does not allow pets should be a deal breaker, especially if you’re purchasing and not renting the space. Genova is within walking distance of Estero Community Park. Here you’ll find the K-9 Corral Dog Park which features two off-lead play areas for small/shy and large dogs. There’s also water and shower stations for our furry friends to use while or after they exercise and socialize. After visiting the dog park, you and your pet can cool down with a long walk around any one of the park’s large lakes. 

Hidden fees

Unfortunately, many luxury communities include hidden fees. While the price may initially seem very attractive, the community may charge additional feels such as equity fees, club fees and/or CDD taxes. Ask about potential hidden fees and HOA fees before making any final decisions on your luxury condo. At Genova, you’ll never have to worry about being blindsided by hidden fees. Here, there are no equity fees, club fees or CDD tax. Ever.

Genova is the luxury condominium community you’ve been looking for in Southwest Florida. With its premier location, luxury amenities, private parking, pet-friendly residences and lack of hidden fees, the opportunity to purchase here will not last long. Priced from the mid $300s to $700s. Visit Genova-Florida.com, call (239) 948-2929 or email sales@genova-florida.com for more information.

Estero is Southwest Florida’s hidden gem. In its 25 square miles, there’s an endless amount of adventure and fun to be had, especially if you’re a nature lover. Here are five reasons why.

It runs along a river

The Village of Estero runs along the Estero River – hence the name! The Estero River is just over six miles long and empties into Estero Bay, an inlet to the Gulf of Mexico. Whatever kind of nature lover you are, the Estero River has something to offer. The brackish water makes for great fishing and bird watching. In the warmer months, curious manatees may come and say hello while you’re paddle boarding or kayaking. If you’re looking for a relaxing day on the water, keep heading west until you hit the Gulf of Mexico. Regardless, the mangroves and endless Florida sunshine will set the tone for a beautiful day on the Estero River.

It’s a short drive from the beach

Prefer a more laid-back experience? Perhaps a day on the sugar sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico are more your forte. Estero is a short 20-minute drive from a number of the area’s most popular beaches such as Bonita Beach, Lover’s Key and Fort Myers Beach. A beachy nature lover will truly enjoy a day on the beach watching the pelicans dive for fish or the sandpipers scurry away from the gentle waves. A walk on the beach can be enhanced by the wide variety of shells you’ll find along the way. If you’re lucky, some dolphins may be out to play. A day at the beach would not be complete without a famed Gulf of Mexico sunset.

There’s lots of parks

If you’re just looking to spend a day enjoying the Southwest Florida sunshine, Estero has plenty of parks where you can spend your day. The Estero Community Park and Koreshan State Park are located in the Village of Estero. The 55-acre Estero Community Park is the epitome of outdoor fun with two bocce ball courts, 12 horseshoe pits, three sand volleyball courts, picnic pavilion and children’s play area. It also has four lakes, a 5K cross country course and outdoor amphitheater. The Koreshan State Park is rich in its history with additional offerings including camping, hiking, picnic area, play area, kayak and canoe rentals, boat launch to the Estero River, guided historic tours and Sunday Farmer’s Market.

Proximity to local botanical gardens

Located just five miles away in Bonita Springs is the Everglades Wonder Gardens. This not-for-profit organization is known for its wildlife rehabilitation programs, butterfly garden, botanical beauty and famed flock of bright pink flamingos. Not only is this location breathtaking but it affords residents and visitors of Southwest Florida the opportunity to experience the area’s most beautiful features under one roof. Nature lovers will love the unique events the garden hosts like yoga with the flamingos and live alligator feedings!

The weather

Because Estero is in the heart of Southwest Florida, it’s no stranger to its beautiful tropical climate. Truly, no matter where you go, tropical life is blooming all around you from the Anole lizards you may see on your lanai screens to the flowers in your garden. Estero is a tropical oasis that nature lovers will never want leave.

If you’re looking for a condominium that will put you in the ideal spot to experience all Estero has to offer, look no further than Genova. Located in the heart of Estero, this new construction condominium community consists of just 205 luxury residences. Priced from the mid $300s to $700s, Genova is pet-friendly and offers open-concept floor plans, gourmet island kitchens, private master and guest suites and spacious outdoor living, all of which was inspired by the Italian Riviera. Plus, there’s no equity fees, club fees or CDD tax. Ever. For more information, visit Genova-Florida.com, call (239) 948-2929 or email sales@genova-florida.com.

Priced from $349,000, the Gambaro floor plan is a two-bedroom/two-bath condominium with 1,324 square feet under air and 2,058 total square feet. With extensive indoor and outdoor spaces, it’s perfect for the couple who loves to entertain.

Every Genova residence has a private, two-car garage with an 18-foot door and opener. Guest parking can also be found in the under-building garages.

Like the coastal towns of the Italian Riviera, nestled between mountains and the sea, Genova is reminiscent of that area with four-story, Riviera-inspired buildings, each painted in contrasting Tuscan earth tones, and surrounded by either water or courtyards and piazzas.

The community combines the maintenance-free advantages of condo living with single-family home-style floor plans, upscale finishes and custom-design options for each of the seven plans.

Priced from the mid-$300s to the $700s, Genova’s open-concept floor plans are designed with gourmet island kitchens, private master and guest suites, as well as spacious outdoor living areas. There are no equity fees, no annual club dues and no community development district (CDD) fees at Genova.

Genova is excited to announce the launch of its new website, Genova-Florida.com.

The new and easy-to-navigate website includes an overview of Genova and its premier location in Estero, Florida, a look at the community’s lifestyle and details regarding the inspiration behind the community’s design.

The website also provides information on the community’s various residential options. Residents at Genova have the opportunity to customize their condos by floor plan, features and finishes. The website does a fantastic job of outlining the endless options Genova residents have to make their home all their own.  

Photos are included to highlight some of the ways residents have created their own paradise at Genova. Other photos of the community’s luxury amenities, including a covered 25-meter lap pool and state-of-the-art fitness center, are included throughout the website.

Individuals viewing the site will be excited to find a frequently asked questions section complete with over 20 of Genova’s most asked questions. Lastly, a news section is included to stay up to date on all things Genova and Southwest Florida.

So, don’t forget to visit our new, easy-to-navigate website at Genova-Florida.com.

If you’re in the market to purchase a new home, but not looking to move in right away, you should take a look at Genova, the newest gated luxury condominium community in Estero.

That’s because Genova has recently announced its model leaseback agreement which can be applied to two of its beautiful and very popular models, the Gambaro and the Spinola.

“One model is on our courtyard level while the other is on the penthouse level,” said Deb Belford, Sales Associate to Genova and Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. “Both offer views that have to be seen to be believed.”

The Gambaro is a two-bedroom/two-bath plan with 1,324 square feet under air and 2,058 total square feet. Located on the desired second floor or courtyard level, owners simply walk down and out without using an elevator.

The Spinola is a two-bedroom/two bath plan with 1,476 square feet under air and 2,168 total square feet. Located on the penthouse level, the Spinola offers incredible, expansive views that overlook a courtyard and sparkling lake.

Both models are located in Building D with quick, easy access to the community’s amazing amenities including the clubhouse, fitness center and resort-style pools. The Gambaro and Spinola, like all the floor plans at Genova, include a two-car garage with opener.

Genova is taking the concept of resort-style living in Southwest Florida to a level never seen before. For more information, visit Genova-Florida.com or call 239.948.2929.

Genova, the new gated, luxury condominium community in Estero, has taken the concept of a resort-lifestyle to a level never seen before in Southwest Florida. And the residents simply love it.

That’s because the private Club at Genova features an Italian Riviera-style clubhouse with an expansive community room equipped with large-screen television, lounge seating and a hospitality prep kitchen, ideal for hosting private events.

There’s also a beach-edge, resort-pool outside that overlooks one of the community’s lakes, and a lakeside sundeck that overlooks Genova’s water features, and an indoor 25-meter Olympic lap pool perfect for year-round swimming.

The fitness center, which hosts clinics and private sessions, is a state-of-the-art facility. Nearby is the aerobics studio for exercise, Zumba and dance, locker rooms with showers, as well as a sauna and massage room.

And finally, close to the front entrance of the clubhouse, are the tournament-designed bocce courts.

“Genova provides all of us with an incredible lifestyle,” stated one resident, lounging on the sundeck, enjoying a carefree day. “In addition to what the clubhouse has to offer, the community sponsors fun events and there are a number of Residents’ Clubs.

So, you can be as busy or laid back as you want to be. And it’s really easy to make new friends. Personally, I just love it here,” Deb Belford of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, the sales representative for Genova, said due to strong sales a fifth Riviera-inspired building had to be released for sale recently. It has a total of 38 luxury residences.

Seven floor plans are available. The residences include two-bedroom/two-bath, three-bedroom/two-bath and four-bedroom/ three-bath luxury condos ranging from 1,324 to 2,206 air-conditioned square feet in 28- to 38-unit buildings, each with two elevators.

Every Genova residence has a private two-car garage with an 18-foot door and opener. Guest parking is also indoors.
Prices for the luxury condominiums range from the mid-$300s to the $700s, with Genova club membership included. There are no equity fees, no annual club dues and no community development district (CDD) fees.

Like the coastal towns and cities of the Italian Riviera, nestled between the mountains and the sea, Genova is reminiscent of that area with four-story, Riviera-inspired buildings, each painted in contrasting Tuscan earth tones, and surrounded by either water or courtyards and piazzas.

Genova lies adjacent to Estero Community Park and is only a short bike or drive to the restaurants, shops and stores at Coconut Point mall. It’s also just 15 minutes from the Gulf beaches and Southwest Florida International Airport.

Genova is located at 21530 Strada Nuova Circle, #101, in Estero, at the intersection of Via Coconut Point Road and Corkscrew Road, between U.S. 41 and Three Oaks Parkway. To learn more visit Genova-Florida.com or call 239.948.2929.

Officials at Genova, the new gated, resort-lifestyle, luxury condominium community in Estero, have announced the community’s fourth Mediterranean-style building is approaching sellout.

Premier Sotheby’s Deb Belford, the sales representative for Genova, said Building D has a total of 28 residences. “Of those, just two remain, making the building more than 90 percent sold,” she said.

In addition to the two homes in Building D, Genova also has luxury condos available in its just released Building E, which has a total of 38 units.

Building E is located in the northwest corner of the community, at the intersection of Corkscrew Road and Via Coconut Point Road. The 38 residences in the building overlook either a courtyard, atrium or lake, with a number of condos offering a combination.

Seven floor plans are available in the new building.

The Rosso, with a villa courtyard view, is a three-bedroom/two-bath plan with either 1,912 square feet under air and 3,332 total square feet, or 1,754 square feet under air and 3,174 total square feet.

The Gambaro is a two-bedroom/two-bath plan with 1,324 square feet under air and 2,058 total square feet. The Spinola is a two-bedroom/two-bath plan with 1,476 square feet under air and 2,336 total square feet.

The Bianco features a three-bedroom/two-bath layout with 1,622 square feet under air and 2,504 total square feet. The Campanella has three bedrooms and two-baths with 1,748 square feet under air and 2,744 total square feet.

The three-bedroom/two-bath Doria includes 1,818 square feet under air and 2,652 total square feet while the Tursi is a four-bedroom/three-bath plan with 2,206 square feet under air and 3,456 total square feet.

Every Genova residence has a private, two-car garage with an 18-foot door and opener. Guest parking is also indoors.

Prices for the luxury condominiums range from the mid-$300s to the $700s, with Genova club membership included. There are no equity fees, no annual club dues and no community development district (CDD) fees.

Like the coastal towns and cities of the Italian Riviera, nestled between the mountains and the sea, Genova is reminiscent of that area with four-story buildings, each painted in contrasting Tuscan earth tones, and surrounded by either water or courtyards and piazzas.

The community combines the maintenance-free advantages of condo living with single-family home-style floor plans, upscale finishes and custom-design options for each of the seven plans.

Custom-design options can be explored in the Genova Design Studio and include alternative room layouts, coffered ceilings, wall sculpting, crown molding, Whirlpool, Bosch, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air and Maytag appliances, to name just a few.

The residents of Genova have access to one of the finest amenity packages in Southwest Florida, and all are within walking distance of every condominium.

That’s because the private, resort-lifestyle Club at Genova features a Mediterranean-style clubhouse with an expansive community room equipped with large-screen television and lounge seating and a hospitality prep kitchen, ideal for hosting private events.

There’s also a beach-edge resort-pool outside, a covered 25-meter Olympic lap pool perfect for year-round swimming, a fitness center, aerobics studio, sauna, massage room and bocce ball court.

Genova lies adjacent to Estero Community Park and is only a short bike or drive to the restaurants, shops and stores at Coconut Point mall and Miromar Outlets. It’s also just 15 minutes from the Gulf beaches and Southwest Florida International Airport.

Genova is located at 21530 Strada Nuova Circle, #101, in Estero, at the intersection of Via Coconut Point Road and Corkscrew Road, between U.S. 41 and Three Oaks Parkway. To learn more visit Genova-Florida.com or call 239.948.2929.

Genova, the new gated, resort-lifestyle, luxury condominium community in Estero, has released for sale the fifth of the community’s six planned four-story, Mediterranean-style buildings.

“With just two residences remaining for sale in Building D, there’s a pent-up demand for the 38 units in Building E,” said Deb Belford, sales representative for Genova, of Premier Sotheby’s. “We’re anticipating a very active selling season.”

Building E is located in the northwest corner of the community, near the intersection of Corkscrew Road and Via Coconut Point Road. The 38 residences in the building overlook either a courtyard or atrium, several with both atrium and lake views.

Seven floor plans are available in the new building.

The Rosso, with a villa courtyard view, is a three-bedroom/two-bath plan with either 1,912 square feet under air and 3,332 total square feet, or 1,754 square feet under air and 3,174 total square feet.

The Gambaro is a two-bedroom/two-bath plan with 1,324 square feet under air and 2,058 total square feet. The Spinola is a two-bedroom/two-bath plan with 1,476 square feet under air and 2,336 total square feet.

The Bianco features a three-bedroom/two-bath layout with 1,622 square feet under air and 2,504 total square feet. The Campanella has three bedrooms and two-baths with 1,748 square feet under air and 2,744 total square feet.

The three-bedroom/two-bath Doria includes 1,818 square feet under air and 2,652 total square feet while the Tursi is a four-bedroom/three-bath plan with 2,206 square feet under air and 3,456 total square feet.

Every Genova residence has a private, two-car garage with an 18-foot door and opener. Guest parking is also indoors.

Prices for the luxury condominiums range from the mid-$300s to the $700s, with Genova club membership included. There are no equity fees, no annual club dues and no community development district (CDD) fees.

Like the coastal towns and cities of the Italian Riviera, nestled between the mountains and the sea, Genova is reminiscent of that area with four-story buildings, each painted in contrasting Tuscan earth tones, and surrounded by either water or courtyards and piazzas.

The community combines the maintenance-free advantages of condo living with single-family home-style floor plans, upscale finishes and custom-design options for each of the seven plans.

Custom-design options can be explored in the Genova Design Studio and include alternative room layouts, coffered ceilings, wall sculpting, crown molding, Whirlpool, Bosch, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air and Maytag appliances, to name just a few.

The residents of Genova have access to one of the finest amenity packages in Southwest Florida, and all are within walking distance of every condominium.

That’s because the private, resort-lifestyle Club at Genova features a Mediterranean-style clubhouse with an expansive community room equipped with large-screen television and lounge seating and a hospitality prep kitchen, ideal for hosting private events.

There’s also a beach-edge resort-pool outside, a covered 25-meter Olympic lap pool perfect for year-round swimming, a fitness center, aerobics studio, sauna, massage room and bocce ball court.

Genova lies adjacent to Estero Community Park and is only a short bike or drive to the restaurants, shops and stores at Coconut Point mall and Miromar Outlets. It’s also just 15 minutes from the Gulf beaches and Southwest Florida International Airport.

Genova is located at 21450 Strada Nuova, Estero FL, via Coconut Point Road (just south of Corkscrew Road and three miles west of 1-75 exit 123). To learn more visit Genova-Florida.com or call 239.948.2929.