Before Your Workout
Do A Functional Movement Screen
Before you start strength training make sure you do a Functional Movement Screen. You can go to our video page or have a certified screener test you. Find someone in your area.
ExRx.net Explains How to do Various Exercises
Before you start working out see a medical professional to get clearance. Hire a trainer for a session to learn some basics. And look at our list of links below from www.exrx.net detailing specific exercises.
SilverSneakers program
SilverSneakers is a free program that helps seniors on Medicare gain access to participating gyms nationwide. To find a gym near you, check out their website.
For Your Workout
Useful Reports
A Harvard Medical School Special Health Report featuring four complete workouts to tone up, slim down, and get fit.
A Harvard Medical School Special Health Report featuring two complete workouts to start rebuilding your muscles.
A College Sports Scholarships report about seniors responding positively to resistance and strength training with a little encouragement and reinforcement.
Other Resources
How Exercise Training Promotes a Sound Mind in a Sound Body
ExRx.net demonstrates the proper way to do a Barbell Military Press
ExRx.net Demonstrates the Proper Way to do a Bench Press
ExRx.net Demonstrates the Proper Way to do a Kettlebell Swing
ExRx.net Demonstrates the Proper Way to do a Barbell Deadlift
ExRx.net Demonstrates the Proper Way to do a Squat
FMS Whiteboard | EP 6: FMS and Injury Prediction
The Exercise Effect: Mental Benefits of Exercise
Dr. Paddon-Jones on Nutrition and Athletes
Master the Hip Hinge, Exercise’s Most Important Motion
Resistance Training for Health and Fitness
Dietary Protein Recommendations and the Prevention of Sarcopenia