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Landing page content with infographic showing benefits of staying active Research shows that even small increases in daily steps can have significant health benefits. Just 2,000 extra steps per day (about 15-20 minutes of walking) can improve

heart health, balance, and energy levels. Every bit of movement counts! Regular physical activity helps you maintain strength, balance and independence as you age. It can prevent falls, improve bone health and keep you socially connected.

Key Resources:

Physical Activity Fact Sheets · Physical activity manual and logbook · Exercise circuit 1 · Exercise circuit 2 · Falls Prevention · Bone Health

All resources can be found here in English, Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese and Greek languages.

Managing Common Challenges · Maintaining healthy weight · Incontinence information

More resources in various languages can be found here.

Social benefits:

· Meet people in your local area

· Be part of a supportive team

· Regular weekly social contact

· Welcoming to all skill levels

Healthy Ageing Resources Access free online modules

Includes:

· Eight online learning modules with quizzes

· Two online exercise programs with videos · Physical activity manual and logbook · Fact sheets with helpful tips

 

Active and Healthy website Explore the Active and Healthy website

Includes: · Find an exercise program near you · Healthy ageing resources · Information for exercise providers

· Information for health professionals

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A free phone or online health coaching service to help you make lifestyle changes.


Focus areas:


· Develop Healthy…

Parkwalk@parkrun


· Free community event every Saturday morning


· Open to all ages

Free and low-cost programs to improve well-being, get active and meet new people.


Activities include:


· Gentle…

A fun, safe way to stay active with others. No experience needed.


What makes it safe:


· Walking only (no running)…