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Group Exercise Programs

Guide Healthcare Physiotherapists can implement a range of group-based exercises based on the needs of your residents. The Department of Health and Ageing’s “Physical Activity Guidelines for Older Adults” recommends at least 30minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity every day. Group exercise programs can provide a safe and supportive environment for older adults to achieve this recommendation.

 
 
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Exercise programs can assist older adults by:

  • Increasing muscle size and strength making movement and daily tasks easier

  • Improving mobility and balance

  • Increasing bone strength reducing the risk of fractures

  • Reducing the risk and fear of falls

  • Improving cardiovascular health reducing the risk of heart attacks and high blood pressure

  • Improving respiratory health reducing fatigue levels and shortness of breath on exertion

  • Assisting with weight loss reducing stress on joints and joint-related pain

  • Improving joint health leading to increased range of movement and decreasing pain

  • Providing a protective mechanism against disease processes such as diabetes

  • Improving psychosocial health, including increasing mood and feelings of happiness

  • Reducing social isolation and creating a sense of community

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Guide’s group exercise programs typically focus on improving strength and conditioning of older adults. We achieve this by implementing exercise programs that incorporate:

  • Whole-body exercises focused on functional movement patterns

  • Resistance training using basic equipment such as kettlebells, medicine balls, battle ropes, dumbbells and body weight

  • Dynamic balance training components that include dual-tasking, perturbation, reactionary and mobility exercises

  • Game-based exercises to create enjoyment and unpredictability

Guide’s group exercise programs are generally delivered as a circuit class, where participants work their way through a range of exercise-based challenges designed to improve strength, balance or mobility.

Pre-screening is completed for all participants before commencing group exercises.


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