These classes are offered by Senior Fitness Specialist Michelle Rogers in collaboration with the Raleigh Blue Cross NC Center and are FREE and open to all. You do not need to be a Blue Cross NC member to attend.
Please complete the online form at the bottom of this page to register. You will also need to agree to the Liability Waiver on the next page of the form.
Contact the instructor at michelle@michellerogers.fit if you have any questions.
Classes are held live online via the Zoom platform, which you can access using your web browser on any laptop, computer, tablet or smartphone. After you register, Michelle will be in touch with you before class to provide instructions. Please click here for more info, and a few Zoom tips.
Chair Fit – Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. Eastern
This seated chair exercise class will help you become stronger, more energetic and more flexible. It’s a gentle program that includes dumbbells (optional), light cardio, stretching, and relief for your aching joints and body. Especially beneficial for those with arthritis or mobility issues. Many of the exercises can be done standing, if preferred.
Supplies used:
- Chair
- Dumbbells (optional). Beginners start with 1-2 lbs. If gripping dumbbells is uncomfortable, try wrist weights instead. No dumbbells? Use two water bottles, cans, or do it without weights.
- Rolled-up towel. Any bath or beach towel will do.
- 2 paper plates, if you have them. If you don’t have any, you can use 2 pieces of paper or do it without.
Boomer/Senior Fitness – Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. Eastern
Join us for this fun, effective full body exercise program. Includes light cardio, strength, flexibility, exercises to improve your balance and joints, and stretching. Movements are performed standing, or can be done seated if preferred. There is no getting down on the floor. Suitable for most fitness levels.
Supplies used:
- Dumbbells (optional). Beginners start with 1-2 lbs. If gripping dumbbells is uncomfortable, try wrist weights instead. No dumbbells? Use two water bottles, cans, or do it without weights.
- Chair, to hold on to for some moves.
Important note: If you are not accustomed to exercising or if you have a pre-existing condition, please check with your health care provider before beginning a new fitness program to ensure that it’s appropriate for you. DON’T exercise if you have an injury, or have recently had a medical procedure, until your doctor has cleared you to exercise.