Last Updated on September 19, 2023 by Local Trainer

As Toronto’s population ages and ages well, the goal should be to stay active and mobile as long as possible. Some folks think that Toronto seniors should slow down and take it easy. This is true to some effect but, we don’t want to stop moving all together. One new client called himself an “oldster” and was so happy he still qualified for a fitness routine and of course, almost no age is too late to start. We thanked him for such a great term!

Staying active, getting outside and even setting up a personal training program as a Toronto senior is it good idea as we get a bit older.

Here 3 tips for Active Toronto seniors:

Toronto Senior Fitness Tip #1

Check with your doctor before starting any kind of fitness program. As an Active Ager, you may have some medications and other minor physical issues that you should run by your doctor before starting a senior fitness program. Even if you’re healthy, be sure to always check with your family doctor before you start any kind of fitness program to ensure your personal safety.

You can also ask your doctor what kind of foods and activity levels would be appropriate for you. If you need more guidance, it’s always a good idea to hire an in-home personal trainer in Toronto.

Toronto Senior Fitness Tip #2

Pick exercises that focus on the following areas.

  • Neuroplasticity
  • Balance
  • Coordination
  • Upper and lower body strength
  • Core Strength

All of the above the areas are keys that you want to incorporate into your fitness program. All too often, we see senior fitness programs that are too focused in one area. This would be the same as just brushing the teeth in one corner of your mouth. Instead, we want to make sure we cover the entire mouth top to bottom and have a fitness program that works well for an elderly person in Toronto.

Toronto Senior Fitness Tip #3

Start slowly. Many of us have the tendency to start a new fitness program quickly because we’re excited and we want to get the ball rolling. This is great energy and it’s good to put it towards your fitness program however, it’s important to start slowly nonetheless.

It’s especially important to start slowly if you are a senior. As we get a little bit older, it takes our bodies longer to adjust and grow. We can still get stronger and more mobile and improve our balance but we need to approach things a little bit slower.

Seniors should look to start very slowly and build up much more slowly than a younger 40 to 50 year old individual.

Best of Health,

Local Trainer