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Physical Testing for the Active Aging Exerciser

Updated: Feb 1


In our last blog post, we introduced the idea of the many Sub-Domains of Physical Function, and used fall risk as an example of why we make certain to consider each of these areas when we evaluate our exercise choices Today, we will look at the testing process you will use as one of our clients to help determine and prioritize your most important goals.


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When you become one of our clients, we will take you through a full testing process at the outset and then on an on-going quarterly basis. We measure and track performance across all 26 sub-domains of physical function as they relate to the aging process. This gives us the opportunity to both track the status of each of your abilities over time and to adjust your training if and when we see a change in status.


The tests that you will perform include measuring foot speed, leg power, upper and lower body strength and endurance. We will look into your balance from several different angles, including how different surfaces, positions and visual cues impact it. We will measure fall risk, fall recovery and cognitive skills.



All of this information compiled together gives us a very good view of your strengths and limitations, which allows us to put together your comprehensive training plan to begin to improve each of these skills in a well-thought out and methodical way. Each quarter as we re-test, we will note any improvements, stagnation or decline, adjusting your training program accordingly to ensure the best possible outcomes for your ongoing goals of independence and pain-free physical movement.


In our next post, we will be talking about how we begin to prioritize these areas in our fitness programming, and we will look at one of the most important, yet often overlooked areas.


You won't want to miss it!!


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