Did you know that from the age of 30 our muscle strength and balance start to decrease, and this increases our risk of having a life-changing fall? In fact, one in 3 people over 65 will have a life-changing fall this year.
The good news is that you can reduce this risk with just 10 to 20 minutes of strength and balance activity at least twice a week.
To help you find an activity that can support you and that you enjoy, we’re running a 2-week programme of taster sessions for anyone aged 50+ in Brighton & Hove.
Stay Strong, Stay Steady, Stay Independent is a programme of local events running from Wednesday 17 to Tuesday 30 April to raise awareness of the importance of strength and balance exercises to help people stay independent and age well.
The programme will showcase low cost, organised instructor-led sessions in venues across the city and online, with a choice of drop in and bookable events.
Over the fortnight, you'll have the chance to try out dance, fitness, Zumba, table tennis, Thai Chi, yoga, Boccia and more.
There are also opportunities to meet others for a chat, and for those you care for to be looked after. There really is something for everyone!
You can see a full list of the activities available on our ‘Stay Strong, Stay Steady, Stay Independent’ events listing webpage, or pick up a programme from a library near you.