Physiotherapy, Strength Training and Tai Chi
Facts about physical activity in adults:
· 46% of Victorian adults are physically inactive
· Physical inactivity is estimated to contribute to about 18% of all causes of death in Australia
· Physical incactivity contributes to a higher risk of a range of chronic diseases including Coronary Heart Disease (18%), Type 2 Diabetes (13%), Colon Cancer (19%), Breast Cancer (9%), Stroke (16%) and Depression (10%)
Source: Go For Your Life 2006
Benefits of 30mins regular physical activity a day:
· Reduce the risk of Cardiovascular Disease by up to 50%
· Halve the risk of Colon Cancer
· Lower the risk of Type 2 Diabetes
· Lower the risk of Osteoporasis
· Lower Blood Pressure
· Improve Cholesterol level
· Promote physchological well-being
· Reduce feelings of depression and anxiety
· Maintain the health of your bones, muscles and joints
· Reduce the risk of Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
Source: Go For Your Life 2006
Strength Training Groups:
Kangaroo Flat Contact Trish Shanahan Ph 5430 0500
Strathdale Contact Trish Shanahan Ph 5430 0500
Elmore Contact Julie Loomes or Aileen O’Brien Ph 5432 6001
Bendigo Health
Care Group Eaglehawk Program Contact Kaye Fox Ph 5454 9395
Other useful Resources:
Sports Focus Ph 5442 3101