HStrength and balance exercises
for healthy ageing
Exercise should be comfortable and fun.
To get the most out of your home exercise
book, join a class for older people to check
your exercises with a qualified instructor.
The exercise instructions and advice presented in this exercise
booklet are for general information purposes only, and is in no
way intended as a substitute for professional medical advice
specific to any individual case.
Exercise is not without its risks. In undertaking any activity
based on the instructions or advice in this exercise booklet,
you assume the risk of injury resulting from performing the
movements or utilizing any suggested equipment.
To reduce the risk of any injury and/or illness, before
beginning this or any exercise program, please seek medical
advice for guidance regarding appropriate exercise levels
and precautions. It is particularly important to seek such advice
if you suffer from an ongoing medical condition which may
be affected by exercise. Always start any exercise program
slowly, never force or strain. If you feel any soreness, strain,
discomfort, distress or other symptoms, stop the exercise
and seek medical advice immediately.
Age UK does not guarantee that all the information contained
in this exercise booklet is completely accurate, and will not
be responsible for any errors or omissions. We advise that
users check any information they want to rely on with
professional sources.
We disclaim any liability in connection with any instructions
and advice contained in this exercise booklet and any
liability for products and services recommended within it.
This does not include or limit in any way our liability for death
or personal injury caused by our negligence; or for any matter
for which it would be illegal for us to exclude, or attempt to
exclude, our liability.
This exercise booklet is not intended for anyone