Q&A – for seniors and their families
1. Can seniors exercise safely?
Yes—and they should. Strength training is one of the most researched anti-aging tools. In seniors, it improves strength, balance, coordination, and confidence.
It reduces the risk of falls, supports the skeletal system and psyche, prevents osteoporosis and has an antidepressant effect.
2. Is it worth starting to exercise after the age of 65, 70 or even 90?
No – it's only worth it – it's necessary. Even people over 80 or 90 can increase muscle mass and strength. Muscles respond to stimulation at any age – they just need appropriate training.
Lack of exercise is a silent killer.
3. What does strength training do for everyday life?
Training makes it easier to get up from a chair, stabilizes your gait, improves sleep and mood, reduces back and joint pain, and improves sugar control.
This is training for life – for independence and a better quality of everyday life.
4. What are the first symptoms of muscle weakness in seniors?
Difficulty getting up, slower walking, need to support yourself with your hands, lack of confidence in your steps, more frequent stumbling, fatigue during simple activities.
This is not natural aging – it is muscle weakness that can be reversed.
5. Why are seniors more likely to fall and break bones?
Primarily because they lack strength, not calcium. Loss of strength leads to balance problems and slower reactions.
Strength training strengthens muscles, improves body control, and strengthens bones through mechanical stress, reducing the risk of fractures.
6. How often should a senior exercise?
Ideally, 2–3 times a week, 20–40 minutes each. Regularity, technique, and safety are more important than intensity.
Continuity of exercise gives the best results – movement should be treated like medicine.
7. What muscles are most important to strengthen in seniors?
The most important are the muscles of the legs (thighs and buttocks), abdomen and back (for posture), as well as the muscles of the forearms and hands (for grip).
They are the ones who determine independence: getting up, keeping balance, opening a jar or carrying shopping.
8. Does strength training help with osteoporosis and chronic diseases?
Yes – this is one of the best methods to stop bone loss and improve metabolism.
In people with diabetes, it improves glycemic control, in people with hypertension it lowers blood pressure, strengthens the muscles around the joints and reduces the risk of fractures.
9. Are strength machines good for seniors?
Yes – especially TYTAX machines, which enable safe, controlled movement. They allow you to adjust the resistance and stabilize the body, which protects against overload.
This is an advantage over free weights or chaotic movement.
10. What happens when a senior stops exercising their muscles?
Muscles weaken more quickly than in younger individuals. After 1–2 weeks, a decline in strength is visible, followed by a loss of function after a few weeks.
Therefore, exercise for seniors is a medicine that must be taken regularly – for the rest of their lives.
11. How does strength training affect lifespan and cognitive function?
Research shows that muscle strength correlates with lifespan. Stronger seniors live longer, are less likely to get sick, and remain independent for longer.
Training also supports memory and attention, improves neuroplasticity and reduces the risk of dementia.
12. Do seniors need strength tests?
Yes – simple tests (e.g. getting up from a chair, plank, grip strength) allow you to assess the current condition of your muscles.
This provides motivation and the ability to monitor progress, similar to a children's strength passport.
13. What can loved ones do to encourage seniors to exercise?
It's best to exercise together, demonstrate the benefits, and reassure them it's safe. Family is the most important motivation.
Training together builds health and intergenerational bonds.
14. Can I track a senior's progress?
Yes – thanks to the Strength Passport, tests, and apps, seniors see improvements in grip, reaction time, and balance.