Top Personal Trainer for Over 50s Women in Sudbury: Your Guide to Feeling Strong and Confident
- Camilla Lister
- Feb 6
- 3 min read
Getting active and staying fit after 50 is one of the best gifts you can give yourself. It’s about more than just exercise - it’s about embracing a lifestyle that supports your health, happiness, and independence. If you live in or around Sudbury and are looking for the perfect place to start or continue your fitness journey, I’m here to discuss the options with you and then create a tailored plan for our one to one sessions moving forwards. Having primarily worked with women over the last 20 years, and being nearly 60 years of age myself, I understand the unique needs we have when we hit 50 and above. Whats more I will travel to your home to train with you there or can just as equally meet you online via Zoom, until such time as my gym is ready to invite you in (mid 2026).
Why Women Over 50 Should Choose a specialist trainer.... Focus!
When you’re over 50, your body changes, and so do your fitness needs. The focus depends very much on your previous 50 years of exercise experience, your current and of course future health needs (to make sure you are setting yourself up for a quality health span as well as life span), and quite frankly what your hormones are up to! I can summarise the focal points as
Strength training to maintain muscle mass and bone density
Flexibility and balance exercises to maintain mobility in your joints. build stability through strength & so reduce the risk of falls
Low-impact cardio that’s gentle on joints if you need it or high impact cardio if you can. to build power
Metabolic conditioning exercises to help build functional endurance into your body to cope with everyday life.
Supportive & motivating trainer who instinctively knows when to push you harder & when to not!
Expert guidance from a trainer who is trained to understand the hormonal changes in menopause, the chronic health conditions you may be suffering from & how exercise can help alleviate symptoms.
In addition to personal training sessions, I will also encourage you to try some other form of exercise whether it be Pilates, yoga, or aqua aerobics. Each has their part to play in getting you fit for your future. And I am a strong believer that trying different things to challenge the mind and body is better than simply 2 sessions a week lifting weights. That is not enough!
If you want to explore your options with me near Sudbury, please get in touch at camilla@camillalisterfitness.co.uk for a truly specialised approach to your health and fitness goals. Otherwise take a look at some of the other options below in and around the area.
Top Gyms for Women Over 50 in Sudbury
Here are some of the best gyms in Sudbury that cater specifically to women over 50. Each offers something unique, so you can find the perfect match for your fitness journey.
1. Sudbury Leisure Centre
Sudbury Leisure Centre offers a variety of classes suitable for older women, including gentle yoga, aqua aerobics, and low-impact circuit training. Their facilities are accessible and welcoming, with qualified instructors who understand how to adapt exercises for different fitness levels.
Heated swimming pool for joint-friendly workouts
Regular wellness workshops
Affordable membership options
2. PureGym Sudbury
PureGym is a popular chain with flexible hours and a wide range of equipment. While not exclusively for women over 50, they offer plenty of beginner-friendly classes and personal training options. Their 24/7 access means you can fit workouts around your schedule.
Modern equipment and clean facilities
Variety of group classes including Pilates and strength training
Personal trainers with experience in women’s health
3. The Pilates Room Sudbury
Pilates is fantastic for improving core strength, flexibility, and posture - all crucial as we age. The Pilates Room in Sudbury specialises in sessions tailored for women over 50, focusing on gentle yet effective movements that enhance balance and reduce stiffness.
Small class sizes for personalised attention
Experienced instructors trained in working with older adults
Calm, inviting studio environment
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