FAQs

Am I too old to exercise?

No!
You are never too old to exercise! Physical activity has been shown to be of benefit for individuals of all ages including persons as old as ninety and one hundred years of age. Many people just like you are active on a daily basis. You can find a physical activity program that you will enjoy, that will make you feel better, and that will increase your quality of life. Think about what you most like to do in life and what you hope to gain from being active. An exercise professional can help you to develop a physical activity program that will help you to achieve these goals.

Is strength training a good idea at my age?

Strength-training is critical for older adults. Adults lose 4-6 lbs. of muscle tissue per decade, which means a significant loss of body strength and a lower resting metabolism. Older adults who undergo a structured strength-training program have shown to regain lost muscle mass, increase their strength, metabolism, bone density and balance and improve their quality of life. One study linked muscular strength to reduced stiffness in the aorta, the major artery carrying blood from the heart to the rest of the body, which can reduce the risk of death from cardiovascular events, independent of current aerobic fitness levels. However, if calorie intake isn’t also reduced, fat weight increases.

Do I need special clothing and equipment?

No!
Special clothing and equipment are seldom needed. Safe and effective physical activity can be performed wearing comfortable street shoes and loose fitting everyday clothes. Effective strength training can be achieved with inexpensive equipment such as elastic bands and water filled jugs