The Guidelines on Fitness Equipment Setup for the Elderly Officially Released

On February 26, the General Administration of Sport of China issued the Guidelines on Fitness Equipment Setup for the Elderly (Trial) (hereinafter referred to as the Guidelines).
 
The Guidelines are closely aligned with the trends of China’s aging population, focusing on the physical and mental characteristics of the elderly and their exercise and health needs. It systematically proposes age-friendly solutions for the setup of indoor and outdoor fitness equipment. The release of the Guidelines marks a new era in the standardization and scientific advancement of fitness facilities for the elderly in China, offering authoritative guidance for the planning and equipment setup of age-friendly fitness venues nationwide. It is of great significance for advancing the strategies for national fitness and healthy aging.
 
The Guidelines were developed by the China Sporting Goods Federation, along with more than 20 leading companies in the industry, including Shangti, Orient, and SHUA, under the commission of the Mass Sports Department of the General Administration of Sport of China. The survey covered over 20 fitness equipment manufacturers nationwide and thoroughly assessed the current setup and needs of fitness facilities for the elderly, ensuring that the Guidelines are both practical and easy to implement.