EXERCISE

Low level aerobics classes are held at the Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre with Sally Ann and are great fun.

Pop along on a Tuesday 10.45 - 11.45 and we'll welcome you - guaranteed you'll enjoy the session.

CONTENTS

FALLS AWARENESS

Tips to reduce the risk of falling:

Try our “boost your bones” quiz and see what you can do to keep bones strong
Discard potential hazards such as ill fitting slippers and shoes
Discard glasses with outdated prescriptions
Make sure you clean your glasses regularly
See your GP or health visitor for a blood pressure check
Discard old walking sticks or change the ferrules
Discard out of date prescriptions
Be aware of slip hazards in the home - rugs, broken steps, family pets, spillages
Consider a personal alarm
Make sure you have plenty of drinks through the day, particularly water
Improve your strength and balance to reduce your risk of falls by weight bearing exercises, including:-

Walking
Climbing stairs
Tai Chi
Dancing

Low level aerobic exercise
Try to get out in the sunshine as much as possible to absorb valuable vitamin D from sunlight
Add more oily fish, cereal, hard cheese, milk, nuts and leafy green vegetables to your diet.
Attend an Age Concern exercise class held every Tuesday from 10.45 - 11.45 at the Sturminster Leisure Centre - see details at the top of this page