Yvonne Ferguson-Hardin
Fergie's Instructional Training FIT LLC
I specialize In The older adult. I work with everyone from students to seniors but I have made it my mission to make sure that the older adult( who are living longer and with less healthcare ) are not left out.
I saw a deficit in the local gyms where they were not really equipped to service the 55 and over community. Individuals from this population do not feel welcome or comfortable in those settings. The goal is to be functionally able to become physically stronger and enjoy socialization with your peers and family. The gyms are usually full of younger people who have a focus on being slim and competitive in how they look and their performance. Where I worked in Recreation in Long term care facilities and assisted living facilities, many residents only came out of their rooms to eat or go to large group singalongs. I piloted my programs in the Nursing homes and found that the residents felt needed, useful and empowered because of what they were learning and what they were able to do with their bodies .They realized that it was possible for them to become better as they aged if they chose to try. I saw the need, I have the knowledge and experience.