I have put this up on strength and flex but I thought I would put it here as well......
I’m visiting my Dad for a few days and he is in his 80’s, since January he has been going to an exercise class twice a week, along side using his exercise bike at home. The classes came because he had a tumble last year and they suggested he needed better core strength, the fall scared him into taking action.
Today’s class was a little bit hard for me on an emotional level as I had to admit I was now in the 50 and over exercise bracket 😂😂😂, a little dent to my ego as I admitted I wasn’t too young to be there, bless, the instructor she had said I could join even though I was underage, to which I had to say No I’m not 😳.
The class was fun and so good for stretches and a gentle increase of the heart rate, such a well thought out program where you could do what you could manage and everyone worked within their own capabilities. All age groups (over 50) and a lovely atmosphere.
I even found another good hamstring stretch to add in to my routine.
Afterwards a coffee and a chat for everyone, I met some of Dads new friends. In the last 6 months his walking has just got better and better from these classes.
The cost £2.00 including coffee...... amazing and such good fun.
So if you are daunted by starting off with exercise and are over 50 have a look to see what you area has to offer, it is a great place to start without having to join a gym.
Rfc x
Weekend walk, anyone?
