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Staying Active

Being active is one of the most important things you can do to stay steady, strong and independent as you age. This section includes practical advice, safe exercises and activity ideas to help improve your strength, balance and confidence.
Staying Active

Being active is one of the most important things you can do to stay steady, strong and independent as you age. This section includes practical advice, safe exercises and activity ideas to help improve your strength, balance and confidence.

Getting Started

Being active helps you stay steady, independent and healthier as you age. This page explains why movement matters and how to get started safely.

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Local Exercise Classes

Whether you're already active or looking to start, community-based exercise classes are a fantastic way to maintain and enhance your strength, balance, and overall health.

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Falls Prevention Exercise Videos

These simple, proven exercises can improve your strength, balance, and confidence, helping reduce your risk of falls.

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General Exercise Videos

These short routines can help you get moving and feel more confident on your feet, wherever you're starting from.

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Sitting Exercise Videos

These short routines can help you get moving and feel more confident on your feet, wherever you're starting from.

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Strength Exercise Videos

Build muscle strength and support your balance with these simple exercises you can do at home.

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Balance Exercise Videos

Improve your stability and confidence with simple balance exercises you can do at home.

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Flexibility Exercise Videos

Improve ease of movement with gentle stretches that help you stay mobile and comfortable.

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Bone Health Exercise Videos

These simple bone health exercises are designed to help maintain bone strength and build up weight-bearing impact and muscle strengthening.

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Hand and Grip Exercise Videos

Improving your grip and hand strength can help with everyday tasks and reduce the risk of dropping or losing hold of things.

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Move it or Lose it

Fun, friendly exercises designed for older adults - Move it or Lose it helps you stay strong, steady and socially connected.

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We Are Undefeatable

Inclusive, accessible movement from the We Are Undefeatable campaign — with videos and resources to help you move in ways that work for you.

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Stronger at Home

Trusted strength and movement routines from exercise physiologist Dr Ashley Gluchowski, helping you stay stronger, steadier and more active, every day.

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Help and Contacts

Find contact details for help and support available in your local area