Senior Fitness

Senior Fitness classes are designed for those who are 65 or older. Senior Fitness classes feature low-impact exercises like aerobics, light weights, and chair pilates. Tai Chi has also become a popular Senior Fitness class. Contact us today to schedule a health club tour or find out what other gym members think about Senior Fitness below.

More Details On Senior Fitness

History: 85% of seniors do not exercise on a regular basis. Physical activity is critical for older adults to maintain physical health and quality of life. It was often believed that physical activities could be damaging to senior citizens, but it’s been found that the older you are the more you have to gain from regular exercise. Regular exercise can help protect you from chronic diseases, improve your mood, and lower your chances of receiving a debilitating injury.

Duration of Class: 30 minutes, Senior Fitness Classes usually are little shorter in duration.

Caloric Burn: 145 – 200 calories burned per half hour

Levels Offered: Senior Fitness classes are low-pact and open to Seniors of all levels of health.

Attire: Comfortable clothing

Desired Results: Losing weight and sculpting bodies is no the emphasis of Senior Fitness. Senior Fitness classes are to help protect seniors from chronic diseases and lower their chance of injuries. Senior Fitness Classes can help ward off arthritis or osteoporosis.

Gender: Men and Women over the age of 65

Things to Bring: Plenty of water and fresh towel.