Choose health, be active – a physical guide for older Australians
This booklet helps older Australians get enough physical activity to be healthy as they age. It is mainly for people who are not building 30 minutes of physical activity into their daily lives, and are looking for ways they can do so.
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Choose health, be active – a physical guide for older Australians
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Publication date:
March 2009
Publication type:
Brochure
Intended audience:
General public
Description:
This booklet includes:
- is this booklet for me?
- why is physical activity important?
- physical activity recommendations for older Australians
- excuses and how to overcome them
- what sort of physical activity should I be doing
- some ideas to keep you moving
- getting started – making a plan
- making it easier
- overcoming setbacks
- monthly activity planner
- coping with chronic health problems
- making sure your activities are safe
- kettle exercises
- TV exercises
- stretching and balance exercises
- balancing activities with healthy eating.
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