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Senior Programs
Senior Fitness
Fall and Prevention
Fit Life 1 recognizes
the importance of being proactive in the prevention
of falls in seniors. We have
developed a comprehensive program assisting them in
bettering their stabilization, balance, core strength
and helping to increase bone and lean body mass. Our
program is tailored specifically to each individual
based on their own set of needs and limitations. Our
setting includes one-on-one and small / medium sized
group training.
STATISTICS:
- Most falls happen in the home and can be avoided
- Falls are the most common cause of
fatal injury in people 65 or more years old
- In the United States, one of every
three persons over age 65 falls each year and two-thirds
of those who fall will do so again within six months
- Fractures from falls are a leading
cause of disability and commonly result in loss of
independence
- Half of all older adults hospitalized
for hip fracture cannot return home or live independently
after their injuries
- Studies show that 25% of seniors
who experience a fall, and 50% of senior patients
admitted to a hospital for a fall injury, will die
within one year
- Among people age 65 and older, unintentional
falls account for 87% of all fractures treated in
emergency rooms
- Many older adults avoid activities
because they fear falling, but limiting what they
do actually increases their risk of falling
WHAT CAN BE DONE:
Research has shown that bone mass can be increased
by physical activity. Higher levels of activity
and fewer hours of sitting daily were associated with
a significantly reduced risk of fractured hip bones. Physical
exercise and activity can be a very helpful health
measure. Regular exercise is associated with reduced
risks for heart attack, blood vessel disease, stroke,
diabetes, depression, obesity, and cognitive decline,
and it leads to an overall sense of well-being. Exercise
can clearly reduce the chances for broken bones and
so prevent serious health consequences.
Sarcopenia is a fancy term scientists have given to
describe loss of muscle, strength and quality of tissue
often seen in older adults. As we age, we could
lose aerobic fitness and experts believe this often
contributes to reduced mobility in daily life. Joints
change with age and this can lead to stiffness, decreased
range of motion and more injuries. Each year,
hospitals see over 300,000 patients for broken hips
due to falling. Balance, strength and stabilization
exercises can help avoid injuries from falls and keep
you independent and mobile.
RATES:
See our rates on the Personal Training Section of our
website.
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