This 90 minute hands on workshop will cover the following:

The nature of elastic resistance, The three fundamental connections that determine the summation of forces, Partner training variations of resisted movement patterns, Oscillation for metabolic training.

Balance in the real world is SO much more than we think! Our living environment is ever changing. Forces such as gravity, acceleration, deceleration and momentum are constantly pushing and pulling our center of mass in different directions as we move through space. Additionally, our senses play a key role in providing us with much needed biofeedback that we use to determine spacial orientation.

For the most transferable and useable functional balance training, exercises need to challenge the body in ways that simulate the forces and variability that life throws at us everyday. Additionally, we need to ignite the body and mind in the process by integrating senses like touch, vision and sound into the picture. This allows us to heighten awareness and develop a deeper understanding of what balance really is relative to our position in space.

In this session, we will introduce and explore new science-backed approaches to how we can truly help our aging population replace fear with confidence and live life stronger everyday.

How many of your clients complain about pain from arthritis, old injuries or joint replacements while exercising? This workshop will introduce fitness tools to help your older clients stay safe, engaged and comfortable while working out. Fitness tools will be provided for all workshop participants.