Exercise Programs

Changing Aging

This 55+ evidence-based program is a specialty class for older adults. It focuses on strength, mobility, and cardiovascular health through muscle- and bone-strengthening exercises followed by intervals of aerobic exercise. Additional focuses include exercises to improve change of direction, reaction time and core stability. Modifications are provided to accommodate different abilities and limitations.

Some exercise will take place on the floor but transitions will be limited to 1-2 per class and standing modification will be provided if required. This class will include at least 4 multi-joint resistance exercises targeting major muscle groups and 20 minutes of moderate intensity continuous exercise or three 5 minute bouts of vigorous intensity.

Features:

• Exercise in a safe space with other like-minded adults and supportive instructors
• Strengthen muscles used in activities of daily living
• Practice change of direction, reaction time and stability drills to improve walking confidence

Community Fit

This functional training class is aimed at adults and can accommodate a range of fitness levels. The class consists of muscle and bone strengthening exercises using bodyweight, resistance machines and free weights followed by high intensity intervals of aerobic exercise. This class has progression and periodization built into the training plan which enables participants to push themselves to improve their health while still allowing for variety and novelty to keep the class interesting.

Features:

• Instructors lead participants through the exercises and provide coaching and exercise modifications as needed.
• All workouts include categories of exercises in which participants choose the exercise best suited to them.
  • Eg. Two legged lower body movement with anterior emphasis:
    • Bodyweight squat
    • Goblet squat
    • Barbell back squat
• Instructors encourage participants to exercise at the desired moderate-to-vigorous intensity through providing repetition ranges and checking rate of perceived exertion.