Physical activity is an essential part of maintaining a healthy and independent lifestyle for people of all ages; unfortunately, however, many people find that their level of physical activity diminishes as they get older.
In order to address this COTA Seniors Connect has developed two programs aimed at increasing the availability and accessibility of fitness opportunities amongst older people.
Positives of Being Active:
- Better health
- More energy
- Better Sleep
- Weight control
- Lower risk of chronic and acute health conditions such as high blood pressure and heart disease
- Fitter seniors are able to live independently for longer and enjoy a better quality of life
- Risk of falling is reduced due to improved muscle strength
Get Going Stay Active
encourages older South Australians to become more active by referring them to fitness classes in their area, promoting the creation of new classes where there is a need, and developing and enhancing existing services.
Strength for Life
promotes the benefits of strength training to people over 50 and trains and endorses fitness providers throughout South Australia to run strength training sessions.
