Fitness Forward

At Fitness Forward, we specialize in empowering seniors and individuals with mobility challenges — including Parkinson’s, MS, and post-injury recovery — to move more freely, build strength, and live with greater ease and confidence.
With over 30 years of experience, Coach Damien designs safe, effective, and personalized exercise programs to help you improve balance, mobility, and overall well-being. Whether in-person or online, we’re here to support your health, independence, and resilience every step of the way.

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This simple Sit-to-Stand exercise helps improve strength,balance,and confidence in your daily movements.

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Been sitting or lying down for too long?
Try this simple move before standing-it helps improve balance and mobility.

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This exercise is excellent for building upper body strength and stability, and its unique properties make it suitable for a wide range of individuals.• Targets Shoulders and Core: The primary muscles worked are the shoulders (deltoids), but it also engages the triceps, traps, and upper back. The lunge stance forces the core, glutes, and legs to stabilize the body, making it a great full-body workout.• Variable Resistance: The resistance increases as you push the band overhead, challenging your muscles most at the top of the movement where they are strongest. This variable resistance provides a different stimulus than free weights and can lead to significant strength gains.• Joint-Friendly: Like other resistance band exercises, the overhead press with a band is a low-impact option. It places less stress on the shoulder and elbow joints compared to using heavy dumbbells or barbells, making it a great choice for those with a history of joint pain or injury.• Improved Stability and Balance: Performing this exercise while standing or in a lunge stance requires a high degree of core engagement and balance. This helps to strengthen stabilizing muscles, which is crucial for improving posture and preventing falls.• Safe for a Wide Audience: The exercise can be easily modified by choosing a lighter or heavier band. This makes it a safe and effective exercise for everyone from beginners to seasoned athletes, as well as for seniors or individuals in rehabilitation programs.