Personal trainers are certified professionals who educate others in the field of physical fitness. The rapid growth of our aging population has spawned senior fitness certification courses and new older adult fitness specialist designations.  These certification programs provide fitness and health professionals with the proper education to develop and deliver safe and effective exercise programs to older adults and seniors.

Trainers who have a solid understanding of the older adult body, its limitations and its capabilities, are able to effectively guide seniors through age-appropriate exercise programs that are designed for them.

Personal trainers and older adult fitness specialists offer their services at home, in public facilities, one-on-one, and in groups. In-home personal training has become increasingly popular for older adults and seniors who wish to exercise in a private setting where they are most comfortable, without any need to worry about driving.

Typically, program sessions last one hour can be executed as often as you like. Professional fitness programs can include weight training, cardio exercises (on or off of machines), walking, stretching, etc.  Good training programs will be customized to the client, taking into consideration the senior’s wants, needs, goals and current physical condition.

Fitness for the older adult conducted by a personal trainer can deliver the following benefits:

By leading a healthy, active lifestyle as older adults, we can enjoy higher energy levels and an overall sense of happiness.  The more active we are, the more we can expect to enjoy many more years of physical mobility and healthy independence.