Seniors exercises

[Oldraven]

I am a senior in my seventies with all the usual aches and pains associated with those of us who lived that long! My knees hurt, my back hurts, and usually the first words out of my mouth in the morning are: "Ouch!" and "Yikes". I really enjoy the Versa 3 for keeping records of my heart rate and other physiological factors. I find that so helpful. But I can't seem to find any guided exercises specifically for seniors. I tried following one workout once and that was a disaster. I found out pretty fast that my legs, knees and other parts don't move as fast or as far as I thought they still could. I do a lot of walking though and can still do that okay although when I do 10,000 steps or more in a day, I pay for it the next. Are there any plans to include senior plans in your coaching videos and suggestions for more realistic goals? Thanks very much.

[Goldsgirl]

Hi @Oldraven 

I have found the exercises led by coach Mark to be quite good for the days when I am a bit achy! I also filter on 'moderate' or 'chair based' (not as easy as they sound!) and have found some good sessions. Most of the workouts also have a lower impact alternative too so you can drop a gear if needed.

I would say though that I think the workout search could be significantly improved to narrow down what you are looking for. Over to Fitbit.....

Good luck!

[Oldraven]

Thanks very much for taking the time to answer and for your suggestions. I will give the filter idea a go and see how that goes. Appreciate your help Goldsgirl

[RiekoC]

Hello @Oldraven 

I've been using workouts on YouTube. One of my favorite channels is yes2next (<-- click link). The workouts are done by a daughter & her 80+ year old mom. The daughter is a personal trainer with senior fitness and functional training specialist certifications from the American Council on Exercise and The Biomechanics Method for Corrective Exercise.

I like that their workouts are easy to follow and do. It's also helpful that her mom does modified versions of the workouts for those that need it. Her mom also has a great sense of humor.

It's an option you might want to consider.

[Goldsgirl]

Hi @RiekoC and @Oldraven ,

You Tube is a great idea, there's so much on there.

I would love to see the Fitbit workouts available via YouTube so we can view them on a full size screen rather than a tiny phone which is far from ideal. Given that Fitbit and YouTube are both part of the Google family it seems like it should be straightforward to link the accounts so that only Fitbit Premium users can see the workouts on YouTube. Seems obvious to me as I know several users are frustrated by the small screen situation🤔

Sorry, I have strayed off topic....

[RiekoC]

Hi @Goldsgirl 

That's a great suggestion and I saw that you submitted a feature request in the Product Feedback forum. I added my vote.

For any other users who see this thread and think it's a great idea, you can add your vote and comments to the submitted feature request (<-- click link).

[Oldraven]

Hi Reiko

thanks so much for your suggestions. That sounds great and I appreciate the information. Will let you know how things go.

Take care

[RiekoC]

Hi @Oldraven 

You're very welcome. I look forward to seeing your progress.