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Staying Active and Mobile in Later Life
Gentle, practical ways for older adults to stay active, keep strength and balance, and enjoy moving more.
In short
- Moving more helps strength, balance, mood and sleep.
- Start small: a short walk or chair exercises each day.
- Check with your GP before starting anything new if you have a health condition.
Why it matters
Staying active helps people stay independent for longer. It strengthens muscles and bones, improves balance, lifts mood and helps sleep.
Easy ways to move more
- A daily walk, even a short one, building up gradually
- Chair-based exercises while watching TV
- Gardening, dancing or swimming
- Strength and balance classes, often run locally
The NHS has exercise guidance, including strength and balance routines suitable for older adults.
Making it stick
- Do it at the same time each day
- Go with a friend or companion
- Choose something you enjoy
A regular walk with a companion or a trip to a park or garden on an outing makes moving more something to look forward to.
Where to get help
- Age UK Advice Line: 0800 678 1602 (free, 8am to 7pm, every day)
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