Active Aging: The Niche That Builds Coaches with Ruben P. Thickstun

In this episode, Dr. Erin Nitschke and Ruben P. Thickstun discuss the significance of active aging in the fitness industry. They explore misconceptions fitness professionals have about working with older adults, the evolving definition of active aging, and the essential movement patterns that should be included in programming. Ruben emphasizes the importance of creating engaging and fun classes, building rapport with participants, and effective communication strategies. The conversation also highlights emerging trends in active aging, such as brain fitness and the need for collaboration among fitness professionalsConnect wuth Ruben P. Thickstunhttps://rubenpthickstun.com/IG @rubenpthickstun