Staying active is one of the best ways to maintain and active and healthy, independent, and mobile lifestyle as you age. Many people over 55 can feel intimidated by traditional gyms because of the high intensity youthful environment, crowded spaces and lack of professional guidance can make it rather risky than beneficial for seniors.
That is why people are increasingly looking for safe gyms that are welcoming for seniors in Oakville. Bruins fitness believes that maintaining a healthy lifestyle should be accessible to everyone at any age and level of experience and not worry about injury.
For residents of Oakville and surrounding areas Bruins fitness is a senior focused gym that specializes in workout programs that prevent injury and increase joint and muscle strength.
Why safe exercise matter after 55?
As we all know the older you get the more fragile your body becomes. You become more prone to things like stiff joints, decline in mobility and balance and muscle loss. This doesn’t mean that you should give up on exercise, in fact, it’s a clear sign you should start. All it takes is some adjustments and a guided professional program.
A list of safe exercise programs that help older adults:
- Improve balance and prevent fall
- Maintain muscle strength
- Reduce joint pain
- Improve mobility
- Stay independent longer
For many older adults in Oakville and surrounding areas finding a place that understand needs of adults and can go a pace that they feel comfortable can be difficult. That is why Bruin Fitness is dedicated to making sure older adults in Oakville can maintain staying physically fit without the risk of injury by maintaining consistent safe workout programs.
How Bruin Fitness Helps Seniors Train Safely?
Many gyms in Oakville focus on membership sign ups and getting as many patrons possible to upgrade their membership or sign up for their personal training services. There is no long-term support and you are expected to “figure it out” yourself or pay upwards of $60 per session to get professional help. At bruin fitness we understand the overwhelming nature of gyms for people of all ages but especially for older adults.
Our programs combine fitness training with athletic therapy principles so members can be rest assured they are exercising safely while improving their strength and mobility.
At Bruins fitness every new member begins by going through our movement evaluation. Our trained professionals will test for your balance, mobility, flexibility and strength. This way we can track progress from day one and curate a program that perfectly fits your fitness level and body. Instead of guessing what exercises are right for you, this approach allows Bruins fitness senior members to remain confident that they exercises they are doing are right for their body and fitness level.
Some more information by the CDC on the important of senior physical activity:https: Physical Activity Benefits for Seniors
Programs at Bruins Fitness for Seniors
Here is a list of the many programs Bruins Fitness has to offer for its Senior members:
Mobility and Strength Training:
These sessions will focus on improving flexibility and reduce stiffness in joints through guided stretches and mobility exercises.
Strength Training for Seniors:
Members will use resistance bands, light weights and body weight exercises to increase strength.
Balance and Fall Prevention
Balance training is incredibly important to improve stability, coronation and more importantly prevent fall or injuries.
A Welcoming Environment
At Bruins Fitness we are team of Sheridan college alumni seeking to create a community for seniors to rejuvenate their health, one step at a time.