Online Fitness for Older Adults

Improve your strength, fitness, mobility, and balance

We've developed online exercise programs based on these 4 foundational principles

Progress is Possible

 

Movement is Medicine

 

Consistency is Key

 

Health is Wealth

 

Introducing our

Standing Strong Fitness Program for Osteoporosis

Find out more from Jillian, Physiotherapist & Co-creator.  

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About the Program:

The STANDING STRONG Fitness Program is an 8-week evidence based exercise program specifically designed for older adults and those with Osteoporosis.

This program provides 2 guided exercise sessions/week, setting out to challenge participants in a variety of ways, targeting strength, fitness, balance, posture, and spinal health.

This program is appropriate for independently mobile older adults, including those who have been recently diagnosed with osteopenia or early osteoporosis, post-menopausal women, and those looking to start or return to an exercise routine. There is no age limit!

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Older Adults need more Exercise

  • Research has demonstrated the necessity of resistance training for bone health and muscle strength for older adults
  • Building and maintaining strength & balance can decrease your risk of falls and injury during everyday life
  • When you are consistent with exercise and movement you'll make the most gains in your physical health and fitness
  • Daily movement and postural awareness will improve your ability to remain independent in your community as you age
  • Learning how to effectively exercise while protecting your spine is essential if you've been diagnosed with Osteoporosis

5 Tips to help you get Stronger at Home

1. PRACTICE THE BASICS 

2. SCHEDULE TIME TO EXERCISE 

3. MAKE IT MATTER 

4. KEEP VARIETY ESSENTIAL 

5. SET A GOAL TO DO SOMETHING YOU HAVEN’T DONE IN A LONG TIME 

 

Is Stronger At Home right for me?

  • I'm interested in becoming stronger & more fit
  • I live independently in the community
  • I don't rely on a  walker or cane
  • I've been advised & cleared to exercise regularly
  • I'm looking for a safe, guided, evidence-based program
  • I may have been recently diagnosed with Osteopenia or Osteoporosis

Meet Your Instructor

Hi, I'm Jillian Bergman Stow, Physiotherapist. I have a passion for staying fit and healthy, and ultimately helping older adults do the same.  I’ve been a registered Physiotherapist since 2003 and am co-founder of PhysioCare at Home, an in-home physiotherapy company. 

Time and again I have witnessed how movement & exercise can change lives, no matter your age.  But many people don't know what to do or how to begin their exercise journey.  That's exactly why I created Stronger at Home. 

Stronger at Home Fitness Programs are rooted in Osteoporosis & Older Adult Exercise research and provide step by step guidance throughout your exercise journey.

Can't wait for you to join me in the journey!

WHAT REAL PEOPLE ARE SAYING!

After going through the Standing Strong program, I feel stronger and more confident in my ability to do exercises. I haven’t exercise in quite a while so going forward, I will be following the exercises that I learned in the program.
I enjoyed it and felt stronger after a few weeks of exercise. It was one of the best exercise programs I have taken. The program has made me realize that I can do things to make my body stronger, even though I am getting up in age. I would definitely recommend it to others.
I feel much better in general. Balance has improved greatly and the squats have done wonders for my knees. This program has given me more confidence in my daily ability. I would recommend this program for all seniors.
Overall I’m pleased that I did the course and I feel that my endurance and balance has improved. Would be interested in doing another program.
I thoroughly enjoyed the program. I am stronger. My balance has improved. I am more conscious of moving safely in my day-to-day activities. I have tended to focus on cardio only in the past. This has made me realize how important it is to practice balance and strengthening.