Health Intervention

One of the most important things in life is our own and our family's health.  We are all responsible for our own health and making small changes can make a big difference. 

What are the benefits of physical activity?

The physical benefits include:

· The heart and lungs become stronger and more efficient

· Muscular strength increases

· Joints become stronger

· The onset of osteoporosis can be delayed

· Body fat and excess weight may be reduced

· Relaxation and sleep might be improved

· Being better able to carry out the activities of daily living

· Feeling more alert and energetic

· Maintaining good posture

· Helping to normalise blood pressure

· A possible reduction in low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and an increase in high-density lipoprotein cholesterol

· A reduced risk of blood clotting

· Staving off some diseases and illnesses

· Helping to maintain independence, rather than becoming dependant

10 tips for improving physical activity

· PLAN time to undertake physical activity on at LEAST five days each week? The overall aim is to accumulate at least 30 minutes of MODERATE INTENSITY activity each day.

· Avoid using the television remote control

· Wash the car by hand

· Think of housework as an opportunity for physical activity

· Park the car a bit further away from your destination, and walk the remaining distance

· Use stairs rather than the lift

· Wash up by hand rather than use a dishwasher

· Do some physical activity at home

· Try not to sit down for more than 30 minutes at a time

· Whatever you do - Make if Fun and Enjoyable

Your Health, Your Fitness, Your Future