Train by Trina

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Just finished training with my 82 year old independent living client and
feel inspired to write a blog. This is only our forth session and can
already see so many improvements in so many area’s.

Posture – By session 3 you could see improvements in her posture. Her
form doing exercises has greatly improved and she has even began to
correct poor posture without needing a cue.

Balance. When she first started exercising all of her one leg exercises
where done while holding on to something. Now she can do full calf raises
and step ups without needing to hold on to anything

Flexibility – She has improved in her hip flexibility greatly. While doing
dead lifts she said that she felt she could reach further down within five
repetitions. Her range of motion in her shoulders are also improving.

Confidence- She is also more confident with the movement that she is
doing. Not using anything to stabilize herself while doing the step up
exercise was her idea. She wants to push her self and she wants to
improve.

Memorization – Since we have been working with her for 4 weeks she is
memorizing the exercises, what she has to do for them, and what apart of
the body they work. This recall is also a benefit because she is making
associations with the exercise. She is also very aware of how exercises
translate to tasks throughout day to day life.

All of these area’s are extremely important for doing day to day tasks and
continuing to live independently. During the session she also said that
she tries harder and feels more comfortable when I am with her as opposed
to being alone. She says it’s nice to have someone cheering her on, to
explain the exercises and to correct mistakes. Her enthusiasm and
dedication is greatly rewarding. I can’t wait to see what the future
training sessions hold, but this was defiantly a good day for my books.

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Being active at any age is important. Yet stats Canada reports that 50% of
Canadians physically inactive. As we age the benefits of exercise can
increase the quality of life an individual has.

Seniors that are regularly active have less chances of falling. Falling is
the cause of 50% of head injuries and 90% of hip injuries. So it is easy
to see why it is necessary try to prevent falls from happening. Yet one
hundred thousand people over the age of 65 are hospitalized every year for
falling.

Training can decrease chances of falling because it improves strength and
balance. Another focus of our training programs is endurance. Endurance is
important in day to day task such as carrying groceries or walking for
long periods of time. Another area where Train by Trina has individualized
older adult training is by introducing a cognitive component to the
training. This component was introduced because exercising the mind can
have as many benefits as improving fitness. Studies have show that having
a high cognitive reserve can reduce the risk of developing dementia by
46%. By adding a cognitive component to the training routine it is also a
good use of time, as we recognize that most older adults are not able to
train for one hour we are still able to improve other area’s of health
without needing multiple sessions.

Other benefits to training are improved sleeping patterns, increased
quality of living, and many others. For more information about what older
adult training can do for you or a loved one call 416 788 2535 or visit
the website and check out our testimonials.

WAIT later this month you will see the full Launch of the Train by Trina proven exercise plan for Older Adults and Seniors

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