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Finding a fitness program built specifically for adults over 50 -- not a general gym class -- can make the difference between sticking with exercise and giving up on it. Senior fitness programs in Medford, OR at Baxter Fitness Medford have been medically endorsed by physical therapists, orthopedists, and cardiologists since the studio was founded in 1997. Quick Answers Question Direct Answer Who founded Baxter Fitness Medford? Andy Baxter, MES, PRCS, creator of the Beyond 50

A general gym membership doesn't always account for joint limitations, chronic conditions, or the pacing an older adult actually needs. Exercise programs for seniors in Medford, OR at Baxter Fitness Medford are guided and medically informed rather than self-directed, with programming that's been in place since the studio was founded in 1997. Quick Answers Question Direct Answer What makes these exercise programs different from a regular gym class? Programming is guided, medic

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SINGLE LIMB STANCE Holding onto the back of a chair or a nearby shelf stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Slowly raise your left...

SHOULDER ROLLS While either sitting or standing, (whichever is the most comfortable to you), relax your arms completely. Then roll your...

We will be moving to our new location on Friday, March 25. The gym will close at noon on the 25th. If all goes according to plan the gym...

SIDE LEG RAISE Hold onto a chair stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Stick your right leg to the side, lift it up into the air...

BACKWARD LEG RAISES Using the back of a chair or other tall and stable surface, lift a leg slowly backward while avoiding pointing your...

WALK THE LINE Stand carefully on one side of a room and place your right foot in front of your left. Take a step forward, bringing your...

TOE LIFTS Stand holding onto the back of a chair to help keep your balance. Slowly lift yourself as high up onto the tips of your toes as...

CALF STRETCHES For this exercise, you begin by positioning yourself near a clear wide wall. Place your right leg behind your left leg....

It turns out even small daily adjustments can have a surprisingly big impact on your health! Here are eight ways you can help yourself...

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From Thanksgiving through Christmas and New Year’s, it is very easy to overindulge in holiday goodies and neglect your fitness goals. By...