About FitSeniors — and the trainer behind it
I built FitSeniors because traditional fitness content isn't designed for women over 60. Every program, every workout, every article is built around the bodies, goals, and realities of the women I work with.
Hi, I'm Marischa
I'm a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM-CPT), and I hold NASM's Senior Fitness Specialist certification (SFS) — a credential focused specifically on safely training adults 55 and older.
I work with women in their 60s, 70s, and 80s every week. Some are returning to movement after decades away. Others are active and looking for smarter programming as their bodies change. What they share is a simple truth: generic fitness content rarely respects how their body actually feels today.
That's what FitSeniors is for — structured, low-impact, joint-friendly training with clear progressions and real modifications.
Why FitSeniors exists
The exercise guidance most women over 60 receive is either oversimplified (“just go for a walk”) or borrowed from programs built for people half their age. Both fail the same way: they don't account for joint sensitivities, balance changes, bone density concerns, recovery needs, or the genuine strength gains still very much possible at any age.
Research from the National Institute on Aging and the CDC is clear: older adults who combine aerobic, strength, and balance work see meaningful improvements in independence, mood, and long-term health. FitSeniors packages that research into programs you can actually follow at home.
How I build my programs
- Low-impact by default. No jumping, no punishing intervals — at least one foot stays on the ground, always.
- Progressive, not punishing. Every program has a clear progression so you build capacity week by week, without guesswork.
- Real modifications.Bad knees? Sensitive back? Every movement has a demonstrated alternative — not just a verbal “or do this instead”.
- Full-body balance work. Fall prevention is baked in throughout, not an afterthought.
- Evidence-based, not trendy.You won't find gimmicks here. You'll find programming grounded in senior-specific NASM methodology.
Start where you are
Whether you haven't exercised in a decade or you're already active and want smarter programming, there's a path in. Explore my exercise guide and safety tips, or dive straight in and start your free 14 days.
FitSeniors provides general fitness education and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your doctor before starting a new exercise program, particularly if you have a chronic condition or are recovering from surgery.