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Exercises for senior citizens are a great way to improve muscle strength, balance and overall health. Learn how to do a variety of exercises for the elderly with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior fitness video series.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Seated chair squats are a great leg strengthening exercise for the elderly. Learn how to do seated chair squats with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
For senior citizens, two sets of overhead presses make a great arm exercise. Learn how to do overhead presses with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
Leg extension exercises for the elderly are a great workout for the quadriceps, hamstrings and calf muscles. Learn how to do leg extensions with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
For senior citizens there are a variety of ways to do hip abductor exercises. Learn what tools to use and how to do hip abductor exercises with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
Senior citizens who want to exercise their hip adductor muscles will need a small inflated ball or a weighted ball. Learn how to do hip adductor exercises for the elderly with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
Heel toe rock exercises are great for helping senior citizens with balance. Learn how to do heel toe rocks with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
There are several options for seniors working out with the one foot balance exercise. Learn how to do one foot balances in several different ways with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
Weighted bicep ball curls are a great senior citizen exercise for strengthening the arms. Learn how to do weighted bicep ball exercises with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
Triceps extensions are one exercise senior citizens can use for strengthening arm muscles. Learn how to do triceps extensions with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
Many senior citizens have hip problems and poor leg muscle tone, but there are some gentle exercises that are perfect for strengthening the legs. Learn how to do leg circles for seniors with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
Knee up exercises for senior citizens can be done in different positions depending on strength levels. Learn how to do knee ups with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
Chest press exercises can be done by senior citizens using a weighted ball or even an inflated ball depending on strength levels. Learn how to do chest presses with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
Lower back strength is very important for senior citizens. Learn how to do lower back strengthening exercises for seniors with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
Low row exercises for seniors are great exercises to work the arm and back muscles. Learn how to do low rows with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
Many senior citizens have trouble with their grip due to arthritis or weakening muscles. Learn how to do grip strengthening exercises for seniors with tips from a personal trainer in this free senior citizen exercise video.
Independence and health are both dependent on health and fitness. Senior exercises are exercises that are safe and easy to perform for people of any age. Workouts can be performed standing while using a chair or walker to steady your balance. Senior exercises can also be performed while seated in a chair. Staying fit can help with flexibility, balance, strength, and wellness. Combining balance moves, stretches, weights and cardio can give you a healthy advantage.
In this free video series our expert personal trainer will show you how to do a variety of senior citizen exercises prefect for working out the entire body. You will learn how to do overhead presses, chair squats, triceps extensions and chest presses for the arm muscles. You will also learn how to do hip abductor and adductor exercises, one foot balances and leg circles to work out the legs and hips. Get tips on lower back strengthening exercises and grip strengthening exercises. If you are a senior who still wants to stay fit and healthy, let our trainer show you everything you need to know to stay active!
Sue Conrad Sue Conrad is a personal trainer with a certification through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) since 2001. She currently teaches cardio kickboxing, and she trains clients of various ages and fitness levels. Her youngest client is 11, and her oldest client is 86. The areas of her specialization are injury rehab after surgery and sports specific training. However, clients of all ages and fitness levels are welcome.<BR />Sue can be contacted at her e-mail address: fitnesscanbfun@att.net or website http://www.fitnesscanbfun.com.dkdk
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