Falls Prevention and Diabetes Classes

Falls Prevention Program:

 

More than one in three people aged 65 or over fall at least once a year with many falling more often. Falls can lead to social, psychological, physical and economic impacts on the individual, families and/or carers. Falls are a serious problem but can be prevented.

There are combination of external factors that can lead to a fall including:

  • Surfaces
  • Crowds
  • Lighting
  • Hazards around the home or public spaces

 

However there are internal factors that an individual has control over and can improve to help reduce the risk of a fall

  • Mobility
  • Balance
  • Strength
  • Coordination
  • Reflexes

 

E-Leet physiology provide one-on-one and group classes specifically focusing on balance and strength components to aid in reducing the risk of a fall and maintaining an individual’s level of independence and mobility.

 

 

Diabetes Management Classes

 

Exercise or physical activity can assist in managing Type 2 Diabetes by improving insulin resistance therefore reducing blood glucose levels. It allows your muscles to become more active and use more glucose to perform.

 

Activity should be at a moderate intensity and should combine both resistance (weighted) and aerobic (cardio) exercise. This will aid in managing Diabetes but also address other aspects of health such as:

  • Maintaining a healthy weight
  • Lower blood pressure
  • Reduce risk of heart disease
  • Reduce stress
  • Improved sleep/mood
  • Increased energy levels

 

 

E-Leet Physiology provide one-on-one and group classes specifically focusing on prescribing a range of exercises to address these aspects and supervision to ensure you are performing them correctly.