If you are over 60 and looking for a personal trainer who actually understands what training looks like at your age, not someone who will hand you the same program they give a 25-year-old, we have you covered.
Justin, our trainer at Anytime Fitness Ahwatukee, has over 15 years of experience and works with seniors regularly. He holds certifications in kinesiology and biomechanics, which means he understands how joints, muscles, and balance change as you get older — and how to train around those changes instead of ignoring them.
We are at 4855 E Warner Rd, Suite 24-28, Phoenix, AZ 85044, in the Basha's shopping center. Easy parking, ground-floor entry, no stairs to navigate.
There is no one-size-fits-all program for seniors. A 62-year-old retired marathon runner needs a completely different program than a 75-year-old who had a hip replacement last year. Justin starts every client relationship by asking detailed questions about your health history, current medications, any surgeries or injuries, and what your doctor has said about exercise.
From there, he builds a program around your specific situation. Here is what that typically includes:
When you are younger, you can get away with bad form and random workouts. After 60, the margin for error shrinks. A poorly executed deadlift can herniate a disc. Too much impact can destroy a knee. Pushing through pain that is actually a warning sign can turn a recoverable issue into a chronic one.
Justin watches your form on every rep. He knows the difference between productive discomfort and pain that means you need to stop. He modifies exercises on the fly based on how you are feeling that day — because some days your knee feels fine and other days it does not, and your program needs to account for that.
He also communicates with your healthcare providers if needed. If your doctor or physical therapist has given you specific restrictions, Justin will work within those boundaries. This is not a guessing game.
Anytime Fitness Ahwatukee is not a big-box gym with 500 members fighting over equipment. It is a smaller, community gym where the owner (JB) knows everyone. The atmosphere is low-pressure. Nobody is going to look at you sideways for using light weights or taking your time between sets.
We have everything you need for a complete training program:
The mid-morning hours (9am-11am weekdays) are a popular time for our senior members. It is after the early-morning rush and before the lunch crowd. You will find a handful of other people your age training at the same time.
The best starting point for seniors is our 28-Day Total Body Reset. For $49, you get:
After the 28 days, you can continue with regular training sessions, train independently with your custom plan, or both. There is no pressure to continue with paid training — many seniors do 4-8 sessions to learn the ropes and then train on their own with occasional check-ins.
No. Justin has started clients in their 70s who had never touched a weight. Everyone starts somewhere. The earlier you begin strength training, the more independence you maintain as you age, but it is never too late to see real improvements in strength, balance, and energy.
Almost certainly yes, with the right modifications. Justin has worked with clients who have joint replacements, spinal stenosis, arthritis, and other conditions. He will design your program around your specific situation. Bring any notes from your surgeon or physical therapist to your first session.
The 28-Day Total Body Reset is $49 for 4 sessions. After that, ongoing training rates vary. Call (480) 900-1616 and ask for JB or Justin to discuss options.
Yes. Free 7-day trial, no credit card required. Justin will give you a walkthrough on day 1 so you know your way around the equipment.
Call (480) 900-1616 to schedule your first session, or stop by during staffed hours (Mon-Thu 9am-7pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm). We are at 4855 E Warner Rd, Suite 24-28, Phoenix, AZ 85044 — ground floor, easy parking, in the Basha's shopping center at Warner and 48th Street.