Gentle Strength & Balance Exercise | Hei Hei Community
Description of Gentle Strength & Balance Exercise | Hei Hei Community
🧠 Steady As You Go is a gentle exercise class at Hei Hei Community Centre focused on improving strength and balance. This supportive class features seated, standing, and walking exercises perfect for those looking to enhance stability and build confidence.
Regular participants report noticeable improvements in their stability and overall strength. This class is suitable for people with limited mobility or reasonable mobility who may feel unsure about physical activities.
- Location: Hei Hei Community Centre, 12 Wycola Avenue, Hei Hei, Christchurch 8042
- Cost: $3 per session
- Contact: Age Concern - (03) 366 0903 or team@ageconcerncan.org.nz
Benefits of Strength and Balance Training for Older Adults 💪 🧘♀️
Gentle strength and balance exercises provide crucial benefits that help maintain independence and quality of life as we age. These exercises are specifically designed to help prevent falls - one of the most common concerns for older Kiwis.
Regular participation in classes like Steady As You Go can lead to:
- Improved stability when walking and standing
- Increased confidence in everyday movements
- Better posture and core strength
- Enhanced mobility for daily activities
- Greater independence and self-reliance
- Reduced fall risk through better balance
The social aspect of community-based exercise groups also contributes significantly to wellbeing. Meeting regularly with others in a supportive environment creates valuable social connections and motivation to maintain an active lifestyle.
Classes that include seated exercises ensure that everyone can participate regardless of mobility challenges. The progressive nature of these exercises allows participants to build strength gradually and at their own pace.
Starting with gentle exercise is particularly important if you haven't been physically active recently. The supportive environment of Steady As You Go provides the perfect opportunity to begin your journey toward better strength and balance in a safe, encouraging setting.