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25-50% of people over the age of 85 experience frailty and are often housebound or dependent on assistance.

Exercise as you age

Exercise is vital for ageing well. The NHS recommends staying physically active every day, as regular exercise plays a pivotal role in improving heart health, muscle strength, mental well-being, joint health, energy levels, and balance. This helps prevent the decline that often accompanies ageing, allowing you to continue living independently and with a high quality of life.

Recommended exercise types as you age

Cardiovascular

Activities that increase your heart rate, including walking, cycling and swimming, all keep your cardiovascular system strong and are vital for heart and lung health. Aim to complete some exercise on most days to help improve stamina and increase energy levels.

Strength

A common impact of ageing is loss of muscle mass and bone strength. Strength training is the most effective intervention to improve these factors as well as improve overall physical function and independence. Exercises using weights, bands or bodyweight, including sit to stands and wall push ups, are beneficial for building overall strength.

Mobility

This form of exercise is important to help maintain independence, decrease falls risk, reduce stiffness and keep joints healthy for everyday activities. Try and complete some mobility and flexibility exercises each day, including seated twists, cat cow or a seated hamstring stretch.

Balance

With falls being a leading cause of disability in seniors, balance exercises to prevent falls and increase confidence are vital. Simple exercises including yoga, Tai Chi, single leg stance or heel to toe walking help improve both static and dynamic balance.

Kind words from our clients

"I enquired for someone to work with my mother, a young 80 yr lady, as her confidence was low with her overall well being and after a second hip operation had also suffered a couple of falls. After my initial conversation I knew this was exactly what my mum was needing! Mum has really benefitted from her fitness sessions saying 'My trainer is so genuine, and understanding but focused and makes it enjoyable” - Mum now has her confidence back and due to strength work her walking is better. Cannot recommend Victoria and her growing team enough. Thank you both for your expertise and guidance. Mum has also benefitted from getting surgical insoles following a recommendation from the team. The level of care and passion for Longevity Health and Fitness is them in a nutshell and which my mum now has. "

Justine (on behalf of her Mother)

How we can help

Don’t let ageing hold you back from staying independent and doing what you love. Take the first step towards a stronger, healthier future with our bespoke exercise solutions. Our Exercise Physiologist team are experienced in working with people to improve their strength, fitness and mobility while incorporating specific exercises to help improve bone density.

How our clinical exercise programmes work

Our personalised plans start where you are and build at your pace. From your first consultation to regular one-to-one sessions and simple at-home exercises, every step is designed to help you move more comfortably, build strength and confidence, and progress safely and steadily.

Initial consultation & assessment

Personalised program delivery

One-to-one sessions

Home practice and check-ins

A relaxed chat about your health history, medications and goals, plus a gentle movement check you can do in everyday clothes. We agree on priorities together.

A clear plan built around what matters to you, focusing on strength, mobility, cardiovascular fitness and balance. It fits your routine and any medical considerations.

Regular sessions at home or a suitable local space. We adjust to how you’re feeling on the day and progress steadily. Suitable for chronic disease management, post-surgery exercise and joint pain support.

Short, simple exercises to keep you moving between sessions. We check what’s changing, tune the plan, and (with your permission) liaise with your GP, physio or consultant so care stays joined up