Choosing a gym after 50 Atmosphere, amenities, budget and other factors to consider in joining a gym The Minnesota Star Tribune February 19, 2025 at 12:00PM Bryant Johnson, personal trainer for Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, shown in 2017. (J. Scott Applewhite/The Associated Press) Exercise is good for everyone, and it’s especially beneficial as we age. It can help control risk factors for heart disease, prevent falls and boost brain health.