Staying Active

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.

14/01/2026

A recent study of 50-78 year old volunteers found that brief, vigorous exercise quickly changes the mix of molecules circulating in the bloodstream.

11/01/2026

Strong shoulders, strong posture 💪 The band-resisted shoulder horizontal extension pullback builds upper-back strength and helps keep your shoulders healthy and balanced.

07/01/2026

Strong today, resilient tomorrow 💪 Regular strengthening exercises boost stability, prevent injury, and help you move better every day—here are 5 key reasons to make them a habit.

06/01/2026

A simple reminder that the right music can make your exercise feel more enjoyable and effective.
What's your favourite song to exercise to?

05/01/2026

This week’s Exercise of the Week is the **Cross Over Step**—a simple but powerful move to improve balance and lateral hip stability. Stronger lateral movement helps with everyday tasks and helps to reduce fall risk.

04/01/2026

Sometimes, one word says more than a long list of resolutions. If you had to pick a word to carry you through the year, what would it be? (And no, “nap” doesn’t count… or does it? 😉)

26/12/2025

Try this Boxing Day boxing workout with some of our Gordon team! Start with 12 repetitions like in the video and then repeat with 11 reps, then 10 reps, 9 reps, etc all the way down to 1!
Have fun