Exercise balls They are a useful workout tool for strengthening your core and assisting with balance exercises, such as pelvic thrusts. The ball can be difficult for beginners because it creates an unstable surface, but with a little practice, an exercise ball can be a great tool and even help you use your muscles in […]
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Exercises in a chair These can be done anywhere and any time to help improve your mobility Try and chose a solid chair but with no arms and no wheels. For example a solid kitchen or dining room chair Sit on the chair with your feet flat on the floor Try and do these daily
Rowing is one of the best cardio exercises there is as well as exercising 84% of the muscles in your body. The advantage of a rowing machine is that it will work your entire body. A treadmill will focus on the lower body but a treadmill is better for burning the maximum number of calories
Nordic Walking is an enhancement of ordinary walking – it makes something we can all do… twice as effective! Nordic Walking uses poles to in order to add two major benefits to walking The use of poles means the upper body muscles are used as well as the legs The poles help to propel the
Tai chi is a gentle exercise based on slow, steady movements paired with breathing and mindfulness suitable for people of any age. It helps improve balance, leg strength, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, immune system, sleep, happiness, sense of self-worth and the ability to concentrate and multitask during cognitive tests. Tai chi is characterised by its slow, graceful, continuous
Zumba Created in the late-nineties, the now world-famous exercise program was developed by Alberto “Beto” Perez, an expert choreographer and Colombian dancer. Zumba may feel a bit like a disco but is in fact an aerobic workout which combines various dance moves, including those from salsa, samba, mambo, cha cha and more, all to the
The benefits of regular physical activity occur throughout life and are essential for healthy ageing. Adults ages 65 years and older gain substantial health benefits from regular physical activity. When should I start? It is never too late to start being physically active. Being physically active makes it easier to perform activities of daily living,
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Pilates is wonderful for everybody of every age and the elderly can really benefit from attending Pilates sessions. Pilates helps improve balance, strength, flexibility, focus and even your breathing. It is gentle enough to be right for you at any age and every exercise can be modified for you. For the older population keeping fit
Yoga Yoga is an ancient form of exercise that focuses on strength, flexibility and breathing to boost physical and mental wellbeing. The main components of yoga are postures (a series of movements designed to increase strength and flexibility) and breathing. The practice originated in India about 5,000 years ago and has been adapted in other countries in
Immediately after the operation The following exercises need to be done regularly throughout the day until you are up and about to reduce the risk of chest infection or blood clots in the blood vessels of the calf. Your physiotherapist will come and remind you to do these. 1. Deep breathing Breathe in through the
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