Move It or Lose It: Functional Fitness in Totara North

💪 Join Dawn Griffiths for "Move It or Lose It" - a supportive functional movement class focusing on strength, balance, and mobility at Totara North Community Hall.

This all-inclusive class offers:

• Functional exercises for everyday movement
• Strength training using dumbbells, resistance bands and bodyweight
• Balance work for falls prevention
• Options for seated or standing exercises based on your comfort

🏆 Suitable for Level 1 (limited mobility) and Level 2 (reasonable mobility) participants in a fun, supportive environment.

Location: Totara North Community Hall, 4 Totara School Road

Cost: Gold coin donation

What to bring: Comfortable clothing and supportive shoes

Contact: Dawn Griffiths on 021 0230 0805

Benefits of Functional Movement Classes for Older Adults

🌟 Functional fitness classes like "Move It or Lose It" are specifically designed to improve quality of life for older adults by focusing on movements used in daily activities.

These community-based classes offer numerous advantages:

• Improved independence - exercises that mimic everyday movements help maintain your ability to perform daily tasks
• Better balance - targeted exercises reduce fall risk, a critical benefit for Kiwi seniors
• Increased strength - resistance training helps maintain muscle mass, which naturally declines with age
• Enhanced mobility - gentle movement improves joint function and flexibility
• Social connection - group classes provide valuable community interaction

The inclusive nature of this class means exercises can be modified to suit your abilities. Whether you use a walking aid or simply want to improve your fitness in a supportive environment, this class welcomes you.

Dawn's approach ensures everyone feels comfortable regardless of fitness level. The circuit-style training allows you to work at your own pace while still enjoying the motivational benefits of a group setting.

🧡 Regular attendance at functional fitness classes has been shown to improve confidence in movement, reducing anxiety about falls and encouraging more active participation in community life.