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27 September 2019

Elizabeth Court & Oakleigh care home launch exercise programme for older people

A pioneering exercise regime aimed at older people is being launched in two care home in Caterham and Godstone on Thursday 10 October.

Terry Keen, 73, who has spearheaded the health campaign led by Anchor and Sport England, will launch the 10 Today exercise sessions at Elizabeth Court in Grenadier Place, Caterham, and Oakleigh in Evelyn Gardens, Godstone.

The residents from the two care homes will be joined by members of the local community for the 10 Today session which will be part of a wellness day of activities including smoothie taster sessions, hand massages and healthy baking classes with schoolchildren.

Previously Terry, a fitness instructor from Reigate, has toured retirement housing properties across England, encouraging older people to remain active by taking part in the 10-minute exercises.

A report by Anchor, in association with the think tank Demos, found that physical inactivity of older people will cost the NHS more than £1.3bn by 2030. The report also highlights how inactivity contributes to poorer physical health, cognitive decline, reduced emotional wellbeing and loneliness.

By taking part in 10 Today three times a week, older people can meet the 30 minutes of moderate physical activity a week target recommended by the Chief Medical Officer in the UK physical activity guidelines.
Terry said: “Inactivity in later life is an urgent issue that cannot be overlooked any longer.

“Everyone should have a chance to live life to the full, regardless of age. It’s imperative that our older generations are able to exercise in a way that suits their needs, to improve their wellbeing and reduce strain on the NHS, which is a lifeline for so many."

“10 Today provides a series of easy, accessible and enjoyable 10-minute videos, which can be done almost anywhere and at any time, in a group or alone, standing up or sitting down, and which can be adapted to different fitness levels.”

Anchor’s Community Relations Manager for Surrey, Lucy Brown, said the residents and staff at the home were looking forward to the day.

She said: “We are thrilled Terry will be holding a personal exercise class at Elizabeth Court and Oakleigh.
“We know how exercise for all of our residents is important as it boosts their physical and mental wellbeing. We already organise regular exercise classes for our residents so this wellness day is an extension of this.”
Anyone wanting to attend a session at any of the Anchor care homes, can book a place by contacting

Community Relations Manager Lucy Brown on 07483 113 396.

To watch or listen to the 10 Today workouts, visit: http://10today.co.uk/tune-in/
 

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