Fit After 60

Fit After 60: A Practical Senior Fitness Guide for Personal Trainers
By Dr. Rahul Unnikrishnan & Dr Darshan Dev

Fit After 60 is a comprehensive, real-world manual for personal trainers working with older adults. Authored by Dr. Rahul Unnikrishnan, a practicing Geriatrician and Dr Darshan Dev this guide blends clinical understanding with functional fitness strategies to help professionals train clients aged 60 and above with safety, empathy, and measurable results.

This manual walks trainers through the most essential aspects of working with the aging body. From movement limitations and chronic conditions to communication tips and motivational tools, every chapter is structured to support success in the gym and beyond.

Inside you'll learn how to:
✅ Understand age-related physiological and functional changes
✅ Conduct risk-aware pre-training assessments
✅ Program strength, balance, cardio, and fall-prevention routines
✅ Adapt for conditions like arthritis, diabetes, hypertension, and osteoporosis
✅ Build ethical and sustainable senior fitness offerings

Complete with templates, checklists, and case examples, Fit After 60 is the perfect guide for trainers, educators, and physiotherapists looking to empower clients in their golden years to stay strong, independent, and active - for life