Healthy at Any Age: Why CrossFit is the Perfect Workout for Seniors

By: CrossFit Fortify

One thing we never outgrow is the desire to be our strongest, best selves. As our bodies age, different types of workouts may be more effective, while some of our old favorites might be ready for retirement. This is an exciting time to embrace change and versatility in your fitness regime.

Many gym enthusiasts wonder if strength training is a safe and effective workout for seniors. Our health and wellness experts would like to offer a resounding "yes!" as we explore the benefits of CrossFit at every age.

Strength Knows No Limits

Our muscles tend to weaken with age, decreasing our endurance and stamina. High impact workouts, such as running, often become more difficult and tend to aggravate sensitive joints, such as knees and ankles. In fact, these exercises can increase arthritis pain and worsen damage to your knees by continually wearing down the meniscus cushion with repetitive motion.

Strength training is a great workout for seniors that builds muscle without causing joint damage. Seniors looking to build and maintain strength will find that CrossFit is highly rewarding as well as easily tailored to low or medium intensity, depending on your range of mobility. Interval workouts are a more effective and sustainable regimen for aging gym goers. Our expert coaches can identify a functional fitness routine that works for you, while you work your muscles!

A Wellness-Focused Workout for Seniors

CrossFit is more than just a workout -- it's one of the best ways to promote health and wellness.

Weight loss for seniors can be difficult. Our metabolisms aren't up to the junk food binges and easy workout routines of our youth. That means we need to focus on gains-driven gym regimens to stay in shape. A CrossFit circuit burns more calories than a traditional cardio workout, with participants continuing to burn calories even during rest periods.

The benefits of total body health through CrossFit include improved balance, heart health, and even reduced inflammation. Now is the perfect time to be in the best shape of your life.

The Power of Community

Whether you've done CrossFit in the past or you're just getting started on your strength training journey, CrossFit Fortify is an amazing community of supportive fitness lovers. You'll find accountability and gym goers of every age to keep you on track. The power of positivity in our lives is increasingly important to our mental and physical wellbeing as we age. Make new friends, learn new skills, and keep every workout fresh and exciting!

Join our CrossFit community today and get ready for your next big challenge.

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