Speak with your doctor

Always check with your doctor before starting any new fitness programs. Ensure that it suits your age and current health to minimise the risk of injury and strain.

Pick the right exercise regime

Different age groups have different bodily concerns, so you’ll need to adjust your routine accordingly to get the most out of your workout. If you’re elderly or have weak bones, you may want to consider low impact exercises, while flexibility exercises would be great for those who may have stiff joints. Not sure which exercise is which? Check out the Age-friendly exercises section (to be linked to the respective page)

Start slow, then add variety

The most common mistake made when starting a new regime is to do too many things at the same time. A lot of people I know (including me!) tend to ramp up the intensity and frequency of new workout routines too fast, which can lead to injury and frustration.

I’ve discovered that starting slowly and increase the workout intensity over time does much better for my body and my confidence. Adding new components once in a while also keeps my workout from going stale and keeps me motivated to keep exercising.

Keep records, keep friends

Before you start your workout, measure yourself. This gives you a tangible goal to work towards. Invite your friends to join you on your workouts or play your favourite music to add some fun and spice to your daily workouts.