Including balance exercises into your routine is important for seniors to maintain stability and prevent falls. This 15-minute balance workout is designed to strengthen your lower body muscles, including the glutes, hamstrings, calves, back, and abdominals, helping you stay steady on your feet.  This balanced workout is includes a warm-up, the balance workout itself, and a cooldown. Consistency is key, so aim to perform this routine every day or at least twice a week to see improvements in muscle strength and agility, reducing the risk of falls—a leading cause of injury among older adult ..read more

This full body high intensity interval training workout for seniors over 50 and beginners combines cardio walking and strength training with no jumping or twisting. It features four sets of three strength and cardio exercises, each 40 seconds, followed by 20 seconds of low impact walking. A set of bonus strength training occurs between sets. You’ll get in about 1000 steps, more or less depending on your pace. This workout can be done at all levels – seated or standing. My mom and I use dumbbells in this low impact workout, but it can be done without weights if you’re just starting out or wit ..read more

Do you want to lower your blood pressure or manage it? You’re not alone, over 65% of adults aged 60 years and older in the United States have high blood pressure.  What’s one solution to lower blood pressure that doesn’t cost anything and you can get it anywhere? If you guessed exercise, you’re right! All forms – cardio, strength training, stretching – can all help lower blood pressure over time. Exercises that are particularly beneficial for lowering blood pressure are: Cardio Exercise including brisk walking, cycling, swimming, and dancing strengthens the heart and improves circulati ..read more

Our Gentle Mindful Cooldown will help you unwind and relax after a workout or a busy day. Join us in this calming and rejuvenating session that will relax your muscles and mind. This cooldown can be done standing or in a chair and is suitable for all fitness levels.  When we exercise, our heart rate increases, our muscles contract, and our blood vessels dilate. After exercising, our body needs to return to its natural state. Cooling down gradually lowers our heart rate, relaxes our breathing, and releases muscle soreness and stiffness.  The parasympathetic nervous system controls ..read more

In today's screen-centric world, maintaining good posture can feel like an uphill battle. We've got the inside scoop on how to straighten up from the comfort of your favorite chair. Good posture isn't just about looking good (though that's certainly a bonus!). It's also about feeling fantastic from the inside out. Say goodbye to those pesky aches and pains and hello to a more balanced, coordinated you! Here's the lowdown on why good posture is the winning ticket: Alleviate back, neck, and joint pain as you promote proper alignment of your muscles and joints. Breathe easier by giving you ..read more

Welcome to our 10 Minute Weight Loss HIIT workout! This exercise for seniors over 60 features 10 easy exercises with walking intervals and no repeats! It features no twisting or bending and may be osteoporosis friendly and arthritis friendly. Please check with your doctor to see if this workout would be right for you. You can do this workout in a chair or standing! We do the 10 chair exercises for seniors in a high intensity interval training (HIIT) format with 30 seconds of exercise and 20 seconds of walking. You’ll get your heart rate up, burn calories to help lose weight, and get your ste ..read more

Welcome to our Chair Pilates for Seniors and Beginners: Osteoporosis friendly video. This gentle, low impact workout will build strength with no twisting or bending. This workout may also be arthritis friendly. Please check with your health care professional to determine if this workout is right for you. These exercises for seniors over 60 require a sturdy chair with no arms and pillow for one of the exercises. You can do them in your bare feet or socks. Benefits of pilates includes: Stronger muscles around joints, promoting joint stability and reducing the risk of arthritis-related discomf ..read more

Are you struggling with weak knees? We understand the importance of maintaining strong and supportive joints, especially as we age. That's why we're excited to share this resistance band workout, focusing on enhancing knee strength and stability. This session comprises five simple yet effective exercises to help improve your joint health and overall mobility. Slow Marching Leg Extension  Hamstring Curl Side Step Heel Raise To maximize the benefits, we recommend aiming for 2 to 3 sets of these knee-strengthening exercises at least twice a week, allowing for at least a day ..read more

This 40 Minute Step Aerobics Workout for seniors and beginners will improve heart health and balance, burn fat, increase strength, and tally up around 3600 steps more or less depending on your pace.  Safety is most important – the step you use should be sturdy and should not slide around. Also, it should be wide enough to enable your entire foot to fit on it as you step. If you don’t have a step, no worries! This workout transitions nicely into a gentle walk for seniors and beginners. If any of the moves are too much, just march in place or do a move that feels comfortable. Want more ..read more

This easy-to-follow walking and strength training workout for seniors over 60 and beginners provides a gentle and effective exercise experience. ?4-Minute Walking Workout Get ready to take 480 steps with our 4-minute gentle walking routine. Featuring 20-second and 30-second rounds of simple walking moves, this segment is designed to elevate your heart rate and boost circulation. ?️‍♀️ 6-Minute Full Body Strength Session Following the walking workout, engage in a 6-minute strength session that targets your entire body. Use dumbbells or opt for any weight you're comfortable with. This versatile ..read more