Staying Active

18/02/2026

Watching the excitement of the Winter Olympics reminds us how important strong quadriceps are — they help absorb shock, protect your knees, and keep you steady with every step. No matter your age, building quad strength supports better balance, smoother movement, and confidence to stay active!

16/02/2026

Big news for your mental health 💙

A major review published in a recent issue of the British Journal of Sports Medicine shows that exercise can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Even better? The benefits of exercise were found to be as effective as — and sometimes even more effective than — medication or talking therapies. Moving your body really does make a difference!

16/02/2026

This standing exercise gently strengthens the back, core, and leg muscles, building endurance to support daily activities. It also improves balance and posture, making everyday movements safer and easier.

09/02/2026

While most of the focus is on how exercise improves the heart’s efficiency, that’s only part of the story. Regular movement also affects the blood vessels, improves circulation, and helps the heart become more resilient overall.

08/02/2026

When heat or rain makes outdoor walking unsafe or uncomfortable, indoor aerobic exercises are a great alternative to keep your heart healthy and your body moving. The towel shimmy is low-impact, easy to adapt to your pace, and can be done safely inside.

03/02/2026

Cancer is one of the world’s biggest health challenges. About 1 in 6 people die from cancer every year and around 1 in 3 people have a parent, sibling or child who has had cancer.
Being aware of modifiable cancer risk factors empowers people to take action — many cancer risks are within our control

01/02/2026

This week's exercise of the week is a wall squat with a heel lift! This is a progression from a standard wall squat for those looking to safely increase the challenge while improving leg strength, balance, and everyday mobility.

28/01/2026

🎾 We ❤️ watching the Australian Open tennis. Here are some tennis inspired exercises to try in the breaks between the action!

27/01/2026

Standing on one leg while moving the other leg helps to improve balance and strengthens the muscles around the hips. This can make everyday movements like walking, climbing stairs, and staying steady on your feet easier and safer.

22/01/2026

19/01/2026

Have you moved this way today? Gently exploring different directions and ranges helps keep your joints lubricated, adaptable, and strong, supporting comfort and ease in everyday movement.

18/01/2026

Seated hip abduction with a resistance band is a great way for you to strengthen your hip muscles without having to lie on your side. It’s a comfortable, low-load option that’s easier on your body than standing band exercises while still strengthening the muscles involved in balance and walking.