One of the newer projects Step Forward With Lewis has become involved in is Northamptonshire Sport’s Get Up & Go scheme – helping older people get and stay fit, mobile and healthy.
Since early May we have been holding sessions at Hardingstone Village Hall helping older adults improve their core strength and balance.
Our sessions are led by Michelle Lewis, who is fully trained in the OTAGO exercise programme – a world acclaimed fall prevention programme that improves strength and balance and reduces falls and fall related injuries.
The research behind OTAGO exercises shows they are proven to:
- Reduce falls
- Reduce injury due to falls
- Improve balance & strength
- Improve ability to complete everyday tasks, increase stamina, improve mood, improve confidence and independence
Get Up & Go is part of a county-wide falls prevention programme providing strength and balance exercise sessions for older adults to improve their mobility and confidence.
WHEN: 10am to 10.45am every Thursday morning.
LOCATION: Hardingstone Village Hall, Hardingstone, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN4 6DA
MORE INFO: If you are interested in coming along, or know someone who is, please contact Michelle at stepforwardwithlewis@gmail.com or on 07423 074891.
MORE ON NORTHAMPTONSHIRE SPORT: Northamptonshire Sport website
The Otago Exercise Program (OEP) consists of 17 strength and balance exercises and a walking programme, performed by the older adult. All studies using OEP modified formats report improvements on balance and functional ability
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