Cheshire

Staying Active

Alongside our network of partners, explore practical ways to keep active, and discover suitable exercises with a focus on building strength, and improving balance.
Staying Active

The Importance of Physical Activity

Maintaining an active lifestyle is essential for our health and wellbeing at any age, and can help to keep us moving well for longer.

However, before starting a new exercise routine, it's advisable to consult your GP, especially if you haven't been active for a while or if you have specific medical concerns. They can provide guidance on appropriate activities and intensity levels tailored to your fitness level and health status.

Remember that something is better than nothing, even if it is just breaking up long periods of sitting with regular walks around the house or doing some exercises in your chair. If you’re already reasonably active, you still need to make sure your strength, balance and bone health is at its best. Tai chi, dancing, swimming and bowls are all great options and choosing something you enjoy will help you make it part of a routine.

Guidelines and Advice

Discover essential guidelines and practical advice tailored to older adults looking to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle, while improving their strength and balance.

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Cheshire East Local Exercise Classes

Whether you're already active or looking to start your journey, community-based exercise classes offer a fantastic way to maintain and improve your strength, balance and fitness.

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Cheshire West and Chester Local Exercise Classes

Whether you're already active or looking to start your journey, community-based exercise classes offer a fantastic way to maintain and improve your strength, balance, and fitness.

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Cheshire West Wellbeing Walks

Cheshire West Wellbeing Walks Network is made up of volunteers and organisations all delivering free Wellbeing Walks in Cheshire West and Chester.

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Virtual Village Halls

A free online activity hub designed to support the health and well being of individuals. The Virtual Village Hall is a free, fully funded health and wellbeing intervention, designed by Royal Voluntary Service.

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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 gentle, seated routines can help improve strength, flexibility and circulation - all from the comfort of your chair.

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Strength Exercises Videos

Straightforward strength exercises are a great way to keep your muscles strong and healthy and help maintain or improve your mobility.

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Balance Exercise Videos

Including balance exercises in your routine is an important part of improving your stability when walking, and staying steady for longer.

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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 Videos

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 Videos

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