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How Old Is Too Old to Start Training?

If you’d asked me six months ago, I would have said 90.

But then Diane walked in. She was 90 years old, ready to start training, and today she’s doing amazingly well. At her age, our goal isn’t to make her “gym strong” — it’s to keep her moving, safely. We focus on range of motion, lifting her legs high when she walks, and light full-body strength work to keep her mobile, steady, and independent.

If you’d asked me last week, I might have said 80 is too old to start training.

Then Yuki showed up. She came in complaining about how “old and weak” she was — but the second she started moving, I had to slow her down. Her stamina? Impressive. Her balance? Sharp. Her energy? Better than some 40-year-olds I’ve trained. And that was just her first session. I can only imagine where she’ll be a few months from now.

So, how old is too old to start training?

How Old Is Too Old to Start Training - 90 years old training- Results Studio

Results has been training seniors for close to 30 years. Over that time, we’ve seen hundreds—probably thousands—of success stories, giving us a wealth of real-world data and experience you can trust.

The truth: if you’re younger than 85, you’ve got plenty of room to work with. Actually, scratch that — even if you’re over 85, it’s possible with the right guidance. Studies show you can still build muscle and improve strength well into your 80s and 90s. (One landmark study out of Tufts University found nursing home residents in their 90s gained strength and mobility through weight training.)

Now, let’s be clear: starting a training routine at 70, 80, or 90 isn’t “easy.” But with an experienced coach, it’s safe, effective, and life-changing. The goal isn’t six-pack abs or running marathons. The goal is to build what I like to call a “reserve.”

As we age, things inevitably get harder — balance slips, muscle mass fades, stamina drops. But if you’ve built up a reserve of strength, endurance, and mobility, you’ll have something to fall back on. That reserve keeps you moving, helps you recover faster, and makes you far less likely to suffer the falls, injuries, and setbacks that so often rob people of their independence.

So, maybe the real question isn’t “how old is too old to start training?”

It’s this: Why are you still waiting?

If you’re in your 60s, 70s, or 80s — or if you know someone who is — now is the time to start. Call us at Results Fitness Center and let’s talk about how we can help you (or someone you care about) build the strength, balance, and confidence to keep living life on your own terms.

Call us today and book your complimentary training session.

4367 Woodman Ave, Sherman Oaks (Moorpark & Woodman)

12735 Ventura Blvd, Studio City (Ventura Blvd. & Coldwater Canyon)

www.ResultsStudio.com

818-505-3027

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