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Help for older people to stay active during lockdown

Being indoors for long periods of time during the current Coronavirus restrictions can be difficult. This is especially true for older people who might live alone. It’s really important that elderly folk remain as active as possible during this time, so we’ve researched some of the best workouts available if they can’t get outside for […]

The benefits of Thai Chi for the ageing population

We’re passionate about encouraging the older population to keep moving and be as mobile as possible and we have previously recommended yoga and pilates as great forms of exercise for improving physical and mental health, building strength and improving posture. Thai Chi is another form of gentle exercise that is perfect for an ageing population […]

Improve brain fitness with yoga

Gentle forms of exercise, such as yoga, are great for all ages, especially older people and the ageing population as it improves physical and mental health, builds strength and improves flexibility and posture. Research has also found that yoga is a good way to improve brain fitness and boost verbal and visual-spatial memory. Researchers at […]

How lifting weights can improve mild cognitive impairment

Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a condition in which someone has minor problems with cognitive activities, such as memory or thinking. It is often considered as a precursor to Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. A research study by the University of Sydney found that doing regular resistance exercise using weights can help keep […]

The benefits of Pilates for the ageing population

Many people are under the impression that exercise is just for younger, more mobile individuals, but gentle forms of exercise, such as Pilates, are great for all ages, especially older people and the ageing population as it improves physical and mental health, builds strength and improves posture. Pilates targets the hips and joints and can […]