Seniors Fitness

Service Description

Is it hard to get off your chair? Does walking causes joint pains? Are Stairs a nuisance?     Are your hands unsteady? Can’t perform basic daily tasks? Let us help you function better This program is designed to improve general fitness, cardiovascular function, balance, strength and mobility in the older adult. THE OLDER ADULT - This classification potentially includes anyone from 50 - 100+ years. As we get older our level of activity and fitness changes. One of the common challenges faced by the older adult is poor balance which can lead to an increased risk of falls. Falls occur in 1 in 4 older adults yearly. Some major risks of falling are: - Fractures - Head Injuries - Fear of falling again Early intervention may prevent falls and loss of independence. Who can benefit? This includes persons who : 1. are 50 years and over 2. had one or more falls in the last 12 months 3. have reduced mobility due to pain and weakness