A Web site that specializes in providing fitness information for seniors is spreading its wisdom offline. StrongWomen.com is partnering with the public health departments of
Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont to conduct training workshops for fitness experts who work with seniors on exercise programs.
The workshops educate health professionals on proper strength, balance and conditioning techniques for the elderly by using academically based research guidelines designed by
Dr. Miriam Nelson, StrongWomen.com's co-founder.
The program's goal is to reach older adults who can't afford a health club or personal trainer. StrongWomen.com's parent company, Strong Living Co., plans to expand the
training program nationally and develop corporate partnerships. It has already conducted training sessions for Compaq Computer Corp.
(StrongWomen.com, Kevin Bart, 931/766-1231)