Global Strength Day 2026

Stronger together, at every age!

Join us on May 20 to celebrate Global Strength Day a worldwide movement dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of strength training for health, well-being, and quality of life. Global Strength Day is Omnigym's annual event held for the third time this year.

This year, we shine the spotlight on senior strength because it’s never too late to build strength, confidence, and independence.

The event hashtags: #globalstrengthday #omnigym #outdoorgym

Why strength matters, especially for seniors

Strength training isn’t just for athletes. It’s one of the most powerful tools for healthy aging.

As we grow older, maintaining muscle strength becomes essential for:

Balance and fall prevention
Independence in everyday life
Bone density and joint health
Energy and overall vitality

Regular strength training helps seniors stay active, mobile, and confident, enabling them to continue doing the things they love.

Outdoor gyms:

Strength training for everyone

Outdoor gyms make strength training:

Accessible: free and open to all
Inclusive: suitable for all ages and fitness levels
Social: a place to connect and move together
Inspiring: surrounded by fresh air and nature

On Global Strength Day, we invite you to visit your local outdoor gym and experience the benefits firsthand.

Whether you're trying strength training for the first time or returning after a break, outdoor gyms provide a safe and welcoming environment to get started.

Local events

Dublin:

Free outdoor training session for 55+ hosted by Active South Dublin
All levels welcome, beginners to pros. Bring a friend!

📍Green Trees Park, South Dublin (12PM - 1PM)
Selbu (1 hour from Trondheim):

Opening ceremony, training session and waffles. Hosted by Søve Norge.

📍Omnigym Årsøya Fritidspark, Selbu (10-12)
Kiisa:

Guided training session for seniors with Peep Stokkeby. Hosted by Davidcityline.

📍 Kiisa spordiväljak, Harjumaa (18.30-)

Tallinn:

Guided training session with Ott Kiivikas. Hosted by Davidcityline.

📍Järveotsa tee 15, Tallinn (18-)
Šakiai:

Guided training session. Hosted by Omnigym Lietuva.

📍 Omnigym Šakiai, Marijampolė (11.00)

Stockholm:

Learn about senior training and try the outdoor gym equipment.

📍Omnigym Hjorthagen (12-17)
- Grönytan vid Kolargatan, Stockholm
Espoo:

Omnigym in cooperation with LaureaLiike.
Two guided training sessions by students of Laurea UAS.

📍Omnigym Tapiola (10-12)
- Tuulikinsilta terrace, Ainoa Shopping Center, Espoo

📍Omnigym Perkkaa (13-15)
- Perkkaan ulkokuntosali, Itsehallintotie 12, Espoo
Helsinki:

Senior training with Omnigym representative

📍Omnigym Munkkiniemi (11-12)
- Kadetintie 2a, Helsinki
Vaasa:

Outdoor gym opening and workout session with Omnigym representative

📍Omnigym Vaasa test gym (15-17)
- Rantakatu 22, Vaasa

Global Strength Day

Stronger together, at every age!

Why strength matters, especially for seniors

Strength training for everyone

Move together on May 20

Local events

GLOBAL STRENGTH DAY 2026