| Individuals of all age groups follow fitness | | | | level where individuals are suggested a program |
| programs. The younger generation follows them | | | | after taking into consideration the medical history |
| to maintain and develop health. However, even | | | | of the person. Health risk assessment is also done |
| older people are making sure that they are not | | | | at this level. The next step is evaluation. Blood |
| left behind. | | | | pressure, flexibility and strength are monitored |
| Doctors and physicians advise older people to opt | | | | during this stage. Individual capacities are assessed |
| for senior fitness programs. These programs are | | | | and guidelines for the program are set. At the |
| specifically designed to cater to the needs of | | | | instructional level, the individual is passed through a |
| aging individuals. Exercise has become mandatory | | | | progressive exercise program that slowly |
| for senior people who are suffering from diseases | | | | increases in intensity. The sessions include |
| such as osteoporosis or arthritis. These fitness | | | | warm-up exercises, followed by aerobic |
| programs offer exercises that are safe for senior | | | | conditioning. The individuals would also be trained in |
| citizens to follow. | | | | strength training and stabilizing exercises. If a |
| The main aim of these programs is to improve | | | | person does not enjoy the exercising, personal |
| cardiovascular fitness. They also help to improve | | | | fitness programs can be designed. |
| strength and flexibility of different muscles and | | | | Research has proved that senior fitness programs |
| tendons. These programs also help individuals fight | | | | have helped people considerably by ensuring an |
| chronic diseases. In short, they ensure the overall | | | | active life during old age. It helps in dealing with |
| well being of the individual. Fitness programs are | | | | chronic ailments such as arthritis that otherwise |
| designed after taking into consideration risk | | | | impair normal activities. It improves stamina and |
| factors, doctor's recommendations and personal | | | | immunity to various diseases. Older people find |
| interests. Most fitness clubs require a fitness | | | | senior fitness programs beneficial in maintaining |
| certificate from doctors for senior members. | | | | weight. They are able to live healthier lives due to |
| The program works first from the consultation | | | | these fitness programs. |