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However, regular physical activity performed
most days of the week reduces the risk of devel-
oping or dying from some of the leading causes
of illness and death in the U.S. Exercise helps
maintain the ability to live independently and
reduces the risk of falling and fracturing bones.
Beyond age fifty can be powerful years, and
physical activity helps people feel, move, and
sleep better. Stamina, strength, balance, and
flexibility can be improved into the 80s, 90s and
beyond!

Fitness Coaches at Baxter Fitness Solutions
(BFS) for 50 and Beyond instruct members in
the safest, most effective ways to build mus-
cle. They address active aging and the impor-
tance of aerobic, strength, and power training
to improve the quality of life. In addition to
improving blood pressure, glycemic control,
and cholesterol, Baxter Fitness provides a bal-
anced exercise program to build muscle and
improve mental health.

Founded in 1997 as a post-rehabilitation center
for the over-fifty joint replacement population,
BFS originally served the Oakland and Berkeley
area, then opened in Ashland in 2002. Baxter Serving Southern Oregon
Celebrating 40 Years of
Fitness Medford followed in 2005.
Baxter Fitness utilizes proprietary in-house
equipment design applications for medical exer-
cise protocols. They work closely with medical
exercise companies Scifit, Keiser, and their own
Fluid Power Zone to address the five key com-
ponents of aerobic endurance, strength, bal-
ance, motor skills, and power in the aging body.

Owners and operators Andy Baxter and Damon
Ramshaw offer a welcoming and supportive
environment for all over fifty, whether they
are treating a specific medical issue or trying to
avoid one. “One of our fundamental principles is
education,” says Baxter. “It’s not enough to just
put you through our program in a controlled
environment; we want you to know how and
why you are doing what you are doing so that
you can use those tools in the real world. One of
our aims at Baxter Fitness is Opening Doors and
Removing Barriers.” They invite folks to visit the
facility. If it feels like a good fit, they will design
an exercise program to meet your specific needs
and goals.
www.bfitsolutions.com
www.baxterfitnessmedfordllc.com
www.fluidpowerzone.com

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