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series of videos from We Are Undefeatable starring comedian Bill Bailey, can help older people get active around the home.
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is linked to physical inactivity. Staying active now increases the chances of living the life we want later. It’s an investment in the future – a bit like paying into a physical pension plan ... When it comes to physical activity, small changes in your 50s and 60s can lead to major benefits down the road. Easier said than done, right? It’s hardly headline news that being active is a great way
When you find exercise difficult or aren't sure how to be more active, walking is a great activity. A daily walk, even if it's just a 15-minute stroll to the shops, is really good for you. A little ... still hold a conversation, that's ideal. But if that's not manageable for you right now, any kind of activity is better than nothing! To fit in a little extra walking every day, you could try: walking to the
We all want to stay healthy and active in later life, so we’re interested in keeping fit mentally as well as physically. Increasingly, we’re learning what we can do to keep our thinking skills sharp as ... keeping our minds sharp, some of the advice can be confusing or contradictory. From fish oils to physical activity, from B vitamins to brain training, open the newspaper and it’s easy to find claims on what
New Style Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) is a benefit for people who are actively looking for work. Use Age UK's benefit calculator to check how much you could get.
partnered with the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) Tennis Foundation to encourage older people to get more active and join Walking Tennis groups in communities across the country.