Living in North Charleston gives you a ton of ways to stay active — but knowing where to start is half the battle. I partner with the city's senior community to make high-quality strength and mobility training accessible to everyone, and I want to walk you through exactly how it works.
For a full list of city-wide activities, visit the official City of North Charleston Senior Programs page.
My Philosophy: "Live Long, Die Fast"
My training style isn't about just "getting through" a workout — it's about maximizing your athleticism throughout your entire lifespan.
I coach under the "Live Long, Die Fast" mantra — meaning I want you to hold onto a high quality of life, real strength, and independence for as long as possible. I don't believe in "senior" workouts that are boring or ineffective. I believe in functional training that actually prepares you for the real world.
How to Attack a Workout at One of the North Charleston Senior Center Gyms
- Start with a 5-minute warm-up on a joint-friendly piece of cardio.
- Next, machines targeting the major muscle groups.
- Alternate upper body and lower body.
- Perform in a circuit fashion to maximize your time in the fitness center.
- Finish with more intentional conditioning on a piece of joint-friendly equipment.
Tricks & Tips from Your Coach
- Taller people: Seat height will be lower.
- Shorter people: Seat height will be higher.
- 10–15 reps per machine is the sweet spot.
- You can always do single leg/arm if you have an injured side.
- Always check the weight stack before you start.
- Most machines can do multiple exercises.
- Ask a fellow senior for help adjusting equipment — community matters.
- Wipe down equipment when done.
Unbeatable Value: All-Inclusive Membership
North Charleston Senior Center memberships are built to be accessible to everyone:
The Advantage: Unlike other Charleston-area gyms that tack on specialty fees for every class, your North Charleston membership covers every activity and workout class at all three centers.
Where to Find Me
I run an in-person gym orientation once a month at several of the North Charleston Senior Center gyms. Follow the individual Facebook pages for center-specific schedules:
For a full list of city-wide activities, visit the City of North Charleston Senior Programs page.
