Active in Later Life

Why should I be more active?

Everyone can benefit from being more active, but as we get older, the benefits are even greater.  Just 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity on five or more days a week can improve your health.

Keep Active Keep Healthy

Just a little extra physical activity can mean a lot.  Being physically active doesn't have to mean long "sweat sessions" in the gym or running for miles, it can be walking the dog, playing with the children or even doing the housework.  

Make a start!

Being active will make a difference to your quality of life  

Top tips to keep active…..

·       At home, avoid sitting still for long periods.  Space chores out through the day, you can alternate between rest and activity.

·       Join a local group, you'll make friends, increase your activity and have fun at the same time.

…..and feel the benefits

·       Better health – Being more active reduces blood pressure and improves mood.

·       More independence in later life, and a good way to meet others.

·       More energy – You'll be able to cope with your daily routines and have energy to spare.  Once you start, the benefits will become obvious.

 

So make a start today - be active and stay healthier the right way!

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We can help you

As part of the Doncaster Healthy Living initiative Active in Later Life enables the over 50's to become more active.  We encourage and help older people to participate in a wide range of activities within Doncaster.

There are many ways to maintain or even improve our fitness levels these include

·       Exercise to music

·       Circuit Training.

·       Swimming

·       Dancing

·       Walking

·       Tai Chi

·       Chair based exercise 

Basically anything that will get our bodies moving and at the same time having fun and enjoying ourselves.

 We offer free

·       Support and advice

·       Taster sessions

·       Training

·       Help to set up a local group

 

How you can help us

We want you - Volunteers

Volunteers are a vital part of the Active in Later Life programme helping to deliver sessions right across Doncaster.

You don't have to have any prior training in fitness – just a desire to help, but you will need to demonstrate your commitment towards regular physical activity.

We will provide

·       Help to set up a local group

·       All the necessary training

·       Support and advice

Volunteers are wanted across all the services provided by Age Concern Doncaster.  Contact us on 01302 812345 for more information

 

 

 

 

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