Exercise Resources

Exercises Resources

Reach your fitness goals with the help of these exercise resources. If you're preparing for Senior Games, evaluate your overall training program and build a solid fitness foundation to get ready to compete!

Training Secrets of Olympians to Help You Stay Fit

This resource covers key training concepts that work for Olympians and Senior Games athletes should consider incorporating into their programs for better performances.

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Sustained Athlete Fitness Exam (SAFE)

Integrate activities and resources designed specifically for Senior Games athletes. These resources are research-based from the Sustained Athlete Fitness Exam (SAFE) assessments collected at The Games since 2011. Quick links to articles:

NSGA Games Ready and SAFE Webpage

Cardiovascular Training for Athletes Over 50

Balance Training for Athletes Over 50

Flexibility Training for Athletes Over 50

Strength Training for Athletes Over 50

American Council on Exercise (ACE)

These curated whole-body, circuit routines from ACE are effective and provide variety to a workout program.

Create an effective circuit workout

Getting Back to Fitness After an Injury

Ace Pala Challenge Kick Start Workout Guide Phase 3

Happiness Hacks: How to Boost Your Mood Naturally

Tai Chi – One of the Best Exercises You Can Do

According to a recent Harvard Medical School report, Tai Chi, along with swimming, strength training, walking, and Kegel exercises, are the five best exercises for the general population. Any type of physical activity will enhance quality of life and longevity, but ultimately, the best form of exercise is one that you will do! Research and experience shows that tai chi is a great compliment to any routine because of its emphasis on mobility, flexibility, balance, coordination, and relaxation qualities. Here’s a demonstration.

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Stir-Crazy Challenge with Olympian Alysia Montaño: Core Strength

Core support and strength is not only important for daily activities, it is essential for executing your best Senior Games performance. If you are already doing core exercises, you can enhance your routine by following Alysia Montaño, Olympian, seven-time USA champion and two-time American record holder, as she demonstrates core building exercises in this Womens Running. If you are just getting started, try the Beginner Ab Core Exercises link offered by our partner ACE.

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Alternative Forms of Exercise to Maintain Cardiovascular Fitness and Specific Conditioning

Swimmers and non-swimmers in various sports use this dry land routine as a cross-training program. Erica Slaughter with United States Masters Swimming (USMS) explains how to use race walking, jogging, and cycling to maintain aerobic fitness.

Alternative Exercises Article