Senior Fitness - Use it or Lose it at BodyFix Gym
Description of Senior Fitness - Use it or Lose it at BodyFix Gym
Use it or Lose it 💪 A specialised fitness class for older adults looking to maintain strength, balance, cognitive skills, coordination and general fitness as they age. Perfect for those with reasonable mobility who feel comfortable with physical activities.
Join instructor Kris Tynan at BodyFix Gym for this engaging and supportive class designed specifically for seniors who want to stay active and independent.
- Location: BodyFix Gym, 29 Leeds Street, Phillipstown, Christchurch 8011
- Cost: $8 per session
- Contact: Kris Tynan - 021 262 8886 or kris@eamnz.com
Benefits of Senior Fitness Training 🧠 ❤️ 🏋️♀️
Regular physical activity becomes increasingly important as we age. The "Use it or Lose it" philosophy recognises that maintaining fitness isn't just about looking good—it's about preserving quality of life and independence.
This class focuses on several key components essential for healthy ageing:
- Strength training: Helps prevent muscle loss that naturally occurs with ageing, supporting everyday activities like carrying groceries and climbing stairs
- Balance exercises: Reduces fall risk by improving stability and confidence in movement
- Cognitive challenges: Combines physical movement with mental tasks to keep the brain active and engaged
- Coordination drills: Maintains fine and gross motor skills for daily tasks
- General fitness: Supports cardiovascular health, flexibility, and overall wellbeing
Social connections are another valuable benefit of group exercise classes for older adults. Participating in "Use it or Lose it" provides an opportunity to meet like-minded people in a supportive environment while working toward common health goals.
Research consistently shows that older adults who maintain regular physical activity experience better mobility, fewer chronic health issues, improved mental health, and greater independence compared to sedentary peers. The structured, guided approach of this class ensures exercises are performed correctly and safely for maximum benefit.