Get moving and keep mobile from a seated position. There is also an option to stand.
A unique physical strength class. Designed to help improve the range of motion, stability and core strength whilst building healthier and stronger muscles and bones. The class takes in core exercises, exercises relatable to everyday movements, balance work, flexibility and developing a range of motion and low-impact movement – whatever your ability.
In the class, we will be doing the following:
- Core exercises
- Exercise relatable to everyday movements
- Balance work
- Flexibility and developing a range of motion
- Low-impact movement.
Whatever your level of fitness or ability, this class is for you!"
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- Chair (to assist balance)
- Resistance bands/towel
- Water
Chair-based Exercise
Benefits of chair-based exercise include:
- Improved arm and leg strength
- Improved fitness
- Improved mobility
- Improved function
- Reduced risk of falls
- Reduced frailty
- Reduce depression
- Improved sleep quality
WHO recommends that even small amounts of exercise can benefit one’s health. For people 65 years and over, be as physically active as your abilities allow, or if ability allows, 150 minutes of cardiovascular activity each week. If you are new to any exercise, start by doing small amounts and adjust how much you do based on your fitness and strength levels.
Click to find out more about the evidence and points.
Muscle-strengthening Exercise
Benefits of muscle-strengthening exercise include:
- Improving strength and power
- Improving endurance
- Increasing muscle mass.
- Preventing falls if combined with balance, strength, gait, and functional training.
- Preventing osteoporosis if combined with balance, flexibility and aerobic activity.
- Improving cognitive function
- Reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression
WHO recommends that all adults should do muscle-strengthening exercise on at least 2 days each week. If you are new to any exercise, start by doing small amounts and adjust how much you do based on your fitness and strength levels.
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