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Easy at-home seated exercises

When you’re beginning at exercise it’s a great idea to start with very simple exercises that start you activating muscles around the major joints, and building up some core strength, while your body is in a stable position to reduce the risk of falls and injury. Sitting down in a comfortable and stable chair is... Read more »
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Easy at-home seated stretches

Stretching is one of the easiest things we can do to improve our mobility, ability to perform daily tasks, relieve muscle tension, and prevent injuries. Stretching doesn’t have to take a long time or be difficult. In fact stretching should be relaxing, enjoyable and help to alleviate the aches and pains that come from overly tight... Read more »
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Balance exercises for older adults

Falls can lead to significant injury, disability and even death in older adults, in fact, falls are the leading cause of deaths from injury for Australians aged 65 and over. On average, one in three people aged 65 and over will fall at least once per year. Rates of falls are higher among older women... Read more »
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Osteoporosis – exercises to avoid

Osteoporosis: exercises to avoid Osteoporosis is the loss of calcium and other minerals from a person’s bones, which makes the bones susceptible to fracturing. In Australia, around half of all women and one third of men over 60 years of age have osteoporosis. Women are more likely to have osteoporosis because the hormonal changes of... Read more »
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3 Dangerous exercises to avoid

Believe it or not, not ALL exercises are good for you. In fact some can be downright dangerous. What makes an exercise risky? Here are a few red flags to look out for: Any unusual or “unnatural” movement pattern in the exercise Any movement that causes pain or discomfort in any way Any movement that enhances muscular... Read more »
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8 bedtime stretches for a better night’s sleep

Sometimes it can be a challenge to switch off at the end of a busy day, let go of our stress and prepare for sleep. Stretching has been shown to assist in releasing muscles tension, promoting circulation, helping us to be mindful, slow down and relieve stress. A simple stretch before bedtime can help to... Read more »
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