It’s never too late to start moving

Haven’t exercised for years? That doesn’t mean you can’t start now.

Whether you’re in your 50s, 60s, 70s or beyond, becoming more active can be a positive step towards looking after your physical and mental wellbeing.

And you don’t need to become a runner, join a gym or completely change your lifestyle.

With the Race At Your Pace Fitness Over 50 Community, you can start small, move at your own pace and enjoy the motivation of having a supportive community alongside you.

What are the benefits of exercise over 50?

Staying active becomes increasingly important as we get older.

Regular physical activity can help maintain muscle strength, support healthy bones, improve balance and mobility and support your heart health. It can also benefit your mental wellbeing, sleep and energy levels.

But exercise over 50 doesn’t need to be complicated.

Walking, jogging, cycling, swimming or simply moving more throughout the day can all contribute towards a more active lifestyle.

The important thing is finding something you enjoy and can keep doing.

Haven’t exercised for years? Start small

If it’s been a long time since you exercised regularly, the idea of getting fit after 50 might feel daunting.

So forget about what you used to be able to do – and don’t worry about what anyone else is doing.

Start where you are today.

Take a ten-minute walk. Explore your local park. Add a little more distance when you feel ready. Set yourself a monthly walking goal and gradually work towards it.

Every bit of movement counts.

You don’t have to be fast. You don’t have to go far. And you certainly don’t need to do everything at once.

The goal is simply to get moving.

Set a goal and stay motivated

Having something to work towards can make starting exercise after a long break feel much more achievable.

With Race At Your Pace, you can choose a walking or running challenge that suits your ability and lifestyle, then complete the distance throughout the month.

Your distance. Your pace. Your challenge.

Every walk takes you another step towards your goal. And when you complete your challenge, you’ll receive a beautiful, real medal sent straight to your door to celebrate what you’ve achieved.

You can also earn coins for moving, build movement streaks and unlock rewards, giving you even more motivation to keep going.

Find your Fitness Over 50 community

Staying motivated can be easier when you’re surrounded by people working towards similar goals.

The Race At Your Pace Fitness Over 50 Community gives you somewhere to share your progress, celebrate your achievements and encourage others along the way.

Had your most active week in years? Celebrate it.

Reached a distance you never thought you could? Share it.

Struggling to get motivated? There are people there to support you.

It doesn’t matter whether you’ve exercised your whole life or you’re taking your first walk in years.

Everyone has to start somewhere.

Your next chapter starts with one step

Getting fit after 50 isn’t about turning back the clock.

It’s about looking after yourself now and doing something positive for your future.

Start small. Find movement you enjoy. Set yourself a goal. And celebrate every bit of progress you make.

Because whether you’re 50, 60, 70 or beyond, it’s never too late to start moving more.

Join the Race At Your Pace Fitness Over 50 Community and take that first step today.

Your challenge. Your pace. Your community.

If you have a health condition, injury or concerns about returning to exercise after a long break, consider speaking to an appropriate healthcare professional before significantly increasing your activity levels.