Keeping Active

What is Keeping Active?

'Keeping Active' is our award winning scheduled group fitness classes specifically designed for 50s 60s 70s 80s and beyond. These classes combine cardio and resistance based training programs in a functional way to support healthy active lifestyles. Anything from yoga, pilates to strength and circuit style training.

Positive benefits of participating in this program have been- reduced risk of falls, keeping members independent longer, lowered the rick of various conditions such as diabetes and blood pressure and overall many friendships and laughs are had.

All workouts are done at your pace and before attending a doctor's clearance is required. Participants whom have a pre-existing condition do require a session with our Exercise Physiologist for an assessment to ensure the keeping active group is suitable.

This exercise program will get you connected and moving from just $25/w.

Falls Prevention

FACTS

1 in 4 people who are aged 65 and over have at least 1 fall per year.
Falls are the leading cause of injury hospitalisations and the leading cause of injury deaths
Fall injuries are estimated to have cost the health system $4.7 billion.
Falls are the most common reason for unplanned admissions into an aged care facility
Every day, 133 older Queenslanders have a fall requiring medical attention

WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT IT

Falls prevention programs reduce your risk of falls by 23%
Physical activity has been shown to be the most promising falls prevention strategy, both as a single intervention and as a part of a multi-factorial approach.
Research shows that specific exercises such as Tai Chi, balance, gait training and strength building group classes or individualised in-home programs reduce falls risk by 12% and the number of falls by 19%
These interventions can also increase the time before a person falls for the first time
Most effective 30min moderate exercise per day

It’s best to plan your exercise routine with a exercise physiologist. They can tailor it to your goals and abilities.

Get in contact with us on 07 5463 2737 or 0458 888 186 to get more information and to organise a consult.

However, there are many low-risk things you can do for yourself to take charge of your fitness. See below exercises our Exercise Physiologists recommend you complete daily reduce your risk of a fall.

Exercises you can do NOW

Push Up (Wall or Ledge)

✅ Strengthens Arms, Shoulders & Chest - Helps you catch yourself if you trip or need to push yourself up.

✅ Improves Core Strength - A strong core = better balance and posture.

✅ Supports Joint Health - Keeps wrists, elbows, and shoulders strong and stable.

✅ Boosts Functional Strength - Mimics real-life movements like getting up off the floor or out of bed.

✅ Can Be Modified for All Levels - Try wall push-ups, bench push-ups, or knee push-ups!

Tip: Keep your body in a straight line and move slowly for best results.