Keeping Active
Research shows that it is important to keep active, as a sedentary lifestyle increases the risk of developing serious health problems. Even if you can only make small changes in the amount of movements you do every day, this will be of benefit. Keeping mobile will strengthen muscles making it easier to get around and making you more stable, thereby reducing the risk of having a fall. Keeping active, especially if done in a group can alleviate stress and depression and help with sleep problems.This Keeping Active section gives you a number of options for healthy activities supported by HIDS. Lifestyle changes don’t have to be dramatic in order to see improvements. Perhaps start with being more active around the house and then try one of the activities on offer such as a short walk or a chairbased class. As you feel more confident try a more demanding activity. Small changes to your everyday life can help you to live a happier, healthier and more independent life.
Contents of the Keeping Active section
