HEALTHY AGING
"How to to maintain your health and fitness to stay active and independent and living life on your terms."
Are you trying to figure out how to avoid the downhill slide of aging? Is your goal to stay healthy and active as long as possible? Do you want to continue to stay independent and doing the things you want to do? If so, then you're in the right place. Though many people believe they will eventually become weak and dependent on others, you're looking for a way to avoid that path. You want a way to take control of your aging journey and make better choices to maintain your health and fitness.
Maybe you've already seen this scenario play out with a parent or other family member. You've watched someone who was once vibrant and full of life begin to slow down as they got older. Now you're determined not to let age slow you down. If this is you, you're not alone. We hear these types of things all the time. In fact, our Specialty Wellness Services are growing rapidly at HouseFit as more and more aging adults want to take an active role in their aging process.
And when it comes to aging, everyone we see wants to know...
"What Can I Do To Stay Independent?"
Most people know that exercise is a way to help them stay active and independent, but they still don't take action. It might be because they don't know what steps to take to improve their strength and maintain their independence OR they don't truly believe they have any control over their aging journey. Maybe they've had a negative experience at a traditional gym because they were treated "old". Fortunately, there are several options to help place you on the path towards long-term independence. Continue reading to find out more about our Specialty Wellness Services.
Annual Check-Up
According to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), you should schedule a visit to see a Physical Therapist every year. As the cost of health care continues to soar, there is a shift towards preventative care. This shift is an attempt to identify issues or problem areas early on, so you can take steps to manage them right away.
Prevention is a much better choice than the alternative, which is to notice a problem (ex: poor balance) and ignore it or assume there is nothing you can do about it and let it continue to worsen with time. With this mindset, the issue will continue to grow bigger until it becomes a major problem (ex: hip fracture from a fall). Once you’ve traveled down this path, it will take more time, effort and energy to recover and manage the issue effectively.
Being proactive about managing your health is even more important as you age. You are at a higher risk for experiencing declines in your overall health and in your ability to move around. That’s where we come in…
We Recommend An Annual Check-Up For All Adults 55+, But Especially Those Who:
⭐ Have noticed more trouble performing their daily activities - getting the mail, taking out the trash, walking up/down the basement stairs, doing their laundry.
⭐ Have noticed they aren’t as steady on their feet anymore and are nervous about having a fall.
⭐ Are having trouble doing the things they love to do - playing with your grandchildren, going to the ball game, going on vacation with enough energy to enjoy it.
Physical Therapy
Our Physical Therapy Team specializes in helping you be more independent and active in your daily life! Our team of aging specialists treats all of our clients one-on-one so that we can focus on your specific issues with staying independent and create a customized plan for you. Choose to have your therapy sessions at our South County Location or with our In-Home Physical Therapy Team in the comfort of your own home.
Physical Therapy Is Perfect For People Who:
ExerMoves® Group Fitness Program
Our ExerMoves Group Fitness Program provides group classes using a medical fitness model and is an excellent way to maintain and improve your fitness with age. All of our classes are taught by our Physical Therapy Team and are based on the top exercises to keep you active and independent as you age. Our classes are small to allow for a more individualized experience. Our team is able to modify the routines to meet the needs of all fitness levels. We are experts in aging and challenge our clients to maximize their fitness with each class. Classes are offered in-person and online!
Maybe you've already seen this scenario play out with a parent or other family member. You've watched someone who was once vibrant and full of life begin to slow down as they got older. Now you're determined not to let age slow you down. If this is you, you're not alone. We hear these types of things all the time. In fact, our Specialty Wellness Services are growing rapidly at HouseFit as more and more aging adults want to take an active role in their aging process.
And when it comes to aging, everyone we see wants to know...
"What Can I Do To Stay Independent?"
Most people know that exercise is a way to help them stay active and independent, but they still don't take action. It might be because they don't know what steps to take to improve their strength and maintain their independence OR they don't truly believe they have any control over their aging journey. Maybe they've had a negative experience at a traditional gym because they were treated "old". Fortunately, there are several options to help place you on the path towards long-term independence. Continue reading to find out more about our Specialty Wellness Services.
Annual Check-Up
According to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), you should schedule a visit to see a Physical Therapist every year. As the cost of health care continues to soar, there is a shift towards preventative care. This shift is an attempt to identify issues or problem areas early on, so you can take steps to manage them right away.
Prevention is a much better choice than the alternative, which is to notice a problem (ex: poor balance) and ignore it or assume there is nothing you can do about it and let it continue to worsen with time. With this mindset, the issue will continue to grow bigger until it becomes a major problem (ex: hip fracture from a fall). Once you’ve traveled down this path, it will take more time, effort and energy to recover and manage the issue effectively.
Being proactive about managing your health is even more important as you age. You are at a higher risk for experiencing declines in your overall health and in your ability to move around. That’s where we come in…
We Recommend An Annual Check-Up For All Adults 55+, But Especially Those Who:
⭐ Have noticed more trouble performing their daily activities - getting the mail, taking out the trash, walking up/down the basement stairs, doing their laundry.
⭐ Have noticed they aren’t as steady on their feet anymore and are nervous about having a fall.
⭐ Are having trouble doing the things they love to do - playing with your grandchildren, going to the ball game, going on vacation with enough energy to enjoy it.
Physical Therapy
Our Physical Therapy Team specializes in helping you be more independent and active in your daily life! Our team of aging specialists treats all of our clients one-on-one so that we can focus on your specific issues with staying independent and create a customized plan for you. Choose to have your therapy sessions at our South County Location or with our In-Home Physical Therapy Team in the comfort of your own home.
Physical Therapy Is Perfect For People Who:
- Are having trouble moving around their home or out in the community due to loss of strength or endurance.
- Are having more trouble performing their daily routines due to feeling weak or unsteady on their feet.
- Have started to give up the things they love to do because it's gotten too hard to do them.
- Want to continue living in their own homes, but aren't sure they are going to be able to.
- Are worried about becoming a burden on their loved ones due to losing their independence.
ExerMoves® Group Fitness Program
Our ExerMoves Group Fitness Program provides group classes using a medical fitness model and is an excellent way to maintain and improve your fitness with age. All of our classes are taught by our Physical Therapy Team and are based on the top exercises to keep you active and independent as you age. Our classes are small to allow for a more individualized experience. Our team is able to modify the routines to meet the needs of all fitness levels. We are experts in aging and challenge our clients to maximize their fitness with each class. Classes are offered in-person and online!
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ExerMoves Classes Are Perfect For People 55+ Who:
⭐ Are looking for specialized exercise options for people "their age". ⭐ Had a previous bad experience or are intimidated by a "traditional gym". ⭐ Know they need to exercise, but are struggling to do it on their own. ⭐ Are nervous about starting to exercise again or have never exercised before. ⭐ Would benefit from expert instructors to ensure a safe workout. ⭐ Have lost access to their regular exercise classes and are now feeling weaker. ⭐ Want to make sure they stay strong and independent as long as possible. Request our current class schedule at (314) 939-1377 or info@housefitstl.com * Registration Required |
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Small Group Training
Limited to 5 participants per group, this smaller size will allow for training that is more specific to your fitness goals. We will be able to offer challenging activities with a higher intensity and use of equipment. The Small Group Training Program includes a 45-minute Fitness Assessment to serve as a pre-test and establish your baseline. You will be retested every 3 months, so you can continue to monitor your progress.
Limited to 5 participants per group, this smaller size will allow for training that is more specific to your fitness goals. We will be able to offer challenging activities with a higher intensity and use of equipment. The Small Group Training Program includes a 45-minute Fitness Assessment to serve as a pre-test and establish your baseline. You will be retested every 3 months, so you can continue to monitor your progress.
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This Program Is Perfect For People Who:
Contact us for available spots at (314) 939-1377 or info@housefitstl.com * Registration Required |
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Reactive Step Training
A new form of balance training is emerging to help older adults stay steady on their feet. It’s called Reactive Step Training and it’s based on the principle of intentionally pushing someone off balance so they can practice catching themselves. Our ActiveStep Balance Trainer replicates real world "slips" and "trips" in a controlled environment. With practice, your reflexes get stronger and your balance improves. Users can reduce their fall risk by 50% after using this cutting edge technology! Many of our clients choose this service to improve their balance confidence even if they've never had a fall.
A new form of balance training is emerging to help older adults stay steady on their feet. It’s called Reactive Step Training and it’s based on the principle of intentionally pushing someone off balance so they can practice catching themselves. Our ActiveStep Balance Trainer replicates real world "slips" and "trips" in a controlled environment. With practice, your reflexes get stronger and your balance improves. Users can reduce their fall risk by 50% after using this cutting edge technology! Many of our clients choose this service to improve their balance confidence even if they've never had a fall.
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The ActiveStep Balance Trainer is perfect for people who:
⭐ Feel unsteady on their feet and worry about falling. ⭐ Slip or trip and rely on their arms to catch themselves. ⭐ Rely on walls and furniture to keep their balance. ⭐ Have had a fall in the past (with or without an injury). ⭐ Want to be proactive about maintaining their balance. |
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Here are your best options to decide which of our Wellness Services are right for you:
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Look What Others Are Saying About Wellness Services From HouseFit...
Pat - 78
from Arnold, MO |
"After my husband passed a year ago, I knew I needed to make the decision to get more active to be able to maintain my house, work in my yard and stay independent. I had fallen several times and began to have a real fear of falling again. I found that I was intimidated by the gym scene and wanted to find something suited for my age and physical ability.
I am a results oriented person and have noticed my strength and balance improving. I've lost the fear of falling - it's not something I even think about now. When I first started classes, I needed to sit often, but not anymore. I recently took my grand daughters downtown and we couldn't find a close parking spot so we ended up walking 5 city blocks on cobblestone! I was so pumped I was able to do that!" |
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