Golden Girls Chair Fitness at Coro Gym

Golden Girls: Chair-Based Exercise for Seniors 🪑 👵 💪

Join our friendly community for a fun, accessible exercise class at Coro Gym. This seated and standing Gold Fit class is perfect for those with limited to reasonable mobility. Everyone has a chair, making it comfortable and supportive.

• Location: Coro Gym, 155 Pottery Lane, Coromandel 3506
• Cost: Members class - enquire about joining
• Contact: Peg McLean, 07-866 8635
• Class length: 60 minutes
• Holiday breaks: No classes on public holidays, Christmas or New Year period
• What to wear: Comfortable clothes (track pants, shorts, tights) and supportive footwear

This class welcomes anyone aged 65+ (55+ for Māori and Pasifika) or those at increased risk of falling who can safely participate. Enjoy exercise followed by a social coffee!

Benefits of Chair-Based Exercise for Seniors

Chair-based fitness classes like Golden Girls offer numerous advantages for older adults seeking to maintain mobility and strength in a safe environment. These exercises are specifically designed to improve balance, flexibility, and muscle strength while minimizing strain on joints.

Regular participation in seated exercise programs has been shown to:

• Improve circulation - keeping your heart healthy and reducing swelling in legs and feet
• Maintain joint mobility - helping to manage arthritis symptoms and reduce stiffness
• Enhance balance and coordination - reducing fall risk, a major concern for seniors
• Boost mental wellbeing - through social interaction and endorphin release
• Support independence - by strengthening muscles used in everyday activities

The social aspect of community fitness classes like Golden Girls is equally important. Regular attendees build lasting friendships, creating a supportive network that encourages consistent participation and adds joy to the exercise experience.

With chairs providing stability and support, participants can focus on proper technique rather than worrying about balance, making this an ideal class for those new to exercise or returning after a break.