Exercise helps fight the signs of and delay aging. Going to the gym for fitness program improves basic functional movements such as the ability to do daily activities; increases mobility and stability; fights degenerative diseases; slows down aging process; increases memory; and allows one to socialize with friends.
At least 30 minutes of exercise is encouraged to keep minds and bodies fit.
Among the fitness gyms in Makati is Sunshine Place’s Fitness Gym. It is managed by competent fitness coaches of Life-Care Fitness Management, Inc., sister-company carrying Life Cyclefitness exercises machines. It offers online classes: the Fitness Training Programs designed for all ages and Power Stretch specifically offered to seniors.
The Fitness Training Program is a full body workout starting with warm up exercises, main exercise regime and cool down program customized to the client’s needs. Main exercise includes the five basic work out that allows basic functional movement: Balance, Agility, Cardio, Flexibility and Strength workouts. Classes are conducted within an hour, by appointment with the Fitness Coach. Packages for One-on-One, Partner (2) and Group (3-4 pax) classes are available:
The Power Stretch is a 30-minute one-on-one session with a Fitness Coach. It aims to provide more brief and lighter exercise regime specifically for seniors. At the same time, the session warms and stretches the body, reinvigorating sleeping nerves and muscles.
Fitness coaches are Danica Bautista who has a degree in Sports and Wellness Management; Danica Duka who conducts acessory-based and body weight workouts suited for elderly; Philip Gutang who has basic training in Physiotherapy for senior citizens; and Richard Olivas, an expert in body weight, accessory-based workout, weight loss and muscle-toning workouts.
For details please contact T. (632) 8856-4162; M. (+63917) 801-6440, email online.sunshineplace@gmail.com or follow Sunshine Place online at Facebook and YouTube Pages, Sunshine Place, Senior Recreation Center, Instagram @sunshineplaceph, with hashtags #sunshineplacephonline#sunshineneverstopshining.
