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Cambia Sun 16-Nov-25 10:09:19

Can anyone recommend a good strength training app for older people? Been ill and want to regain muscle strength. Would prefer an app to you tube videos. I am usually fit, walk every day but a stone underweight and want to build back up.
Any recommendations would be helpful.

GrannyGravy13 Sun 16-Nov-25 10:49:54

There is one called Lazy Fit, you can choose what levels you want.

Don’t get sucked in to paying extras

Good luck with your return to fitness 👍🏻

teabagwoman Sun 16-Nov-25 12:02:23

When I was recovering from chemo I used MapMyWalk to make sure that I was walking a little further or a little faster each day.

Cambia Tue 18-Nov-25 16:09:36

Thank you both. I count my steps each day on my watch and aim for over 7000 but I need something more structured for yoga or strength training. I keep downloading free apps only to find they aren’t!!

Jaxjacky Tue 18-Nov-25 17:10:58

This maybe

GrannaKaye Wed 19-Nov-25 14:53:05

Senior Shape with Lauren. Her videos are varied but geared to beginners and seniors. I am in decent shape and get a good workout every time...no yelling, no loud music, no pushiness, just good routines that aren't overly arduous or intimidating.

justanovice Wed 19-Nov-25 14:55:47

I've been a member of Goodnick, an online exercise class, for a couple of years. I enjoy the classes and have stuck to them, which is a first for me. The taster classes are free but, if you continue, there is a charge.

Happyme Wed 19-Nov-25 17:28:39

During covid I exercised to 'fabulous 50s' videos I found on utube. Some pilates type exercises and weight/strength programmes. I enjoyed them and found when I returned to the gym I was actually fitter than pre covid. And no I am neither in my 50s or fabulous smile

Qwerty Wed 19-Nov-25 22:03:13

I like Alyssa Kuhn, a physio who specialises in Osteoarthritis, and Will Harlow, another physio specialising in the over 50s. They both provide exercises to increase and maintain fitness. Both are free online thought you can pay to join programmes. I stick to the free ones, worth a look, and you can sign up for free weekly updates on exercise tips and short videos. Good luck.

Milest0ne Wed 19-Nov-25 23:57:35

On my calendar I have my Tai Chi class listed. Nosy Google reads my calendar and sends me ads for Tai Chi aps for "senior beginners" I have not looked at them, but I do enjoy my regular class organised by AgeUK.

FranP Thu 20-Nov-25 00:41:06

So many free videos, I have not bothered with apps, but I think these guys have one www.gethealthyutv.com/video/10-minute-total-body-strength-2-034888/