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Did you know that performing strength and balance activities are as important as moving more and sitting less? There is a misconception that strength and balance activities are for older adults or gym goers. This is not the case, we all need to perform strength and balance activities as muscle strength starts to decrease from the age of 30, which has a huge impact on our mobility and independence as we age.

What is Park Power!

Park Power is a series of strength and balance exercises for people of all ages that do not require any equipment and makes use of the benches within Lurgan Park.

Park Power guides you through seven simple exercises that will improve your balance, muscle strength and increase your coordination. Increased stability, mobility, and flexibility will make it easier for you to perform everyday tasks such as carrying shopping, opening jars and getting up from a chair, as well as reducing the risk of falls.

At seven benches in Lurgan Park, you will see instructional signs detailing the exercises you can try – sit to stand, bench press, bicep curls, arm raise, front knee extension, leg flexion and one leg stand.

Park Power is such an easy way to incorporate strength and balance exercises while enjoying family time and all the benefits of being outdoors. Look out for those signs and have fun while improving your health and wellbeing at the same time!

Park Power is part of the Get Moving ABC initiative and is a collaborative effort from a range of Community Planning Partners, including Southern Health and Social Services Trust and the Public Health Authority.

Physical activity is all about moving from one place to another. Being physically active is much easier than you think, it includes going for walks, housework,

gardening, as well as sport and exercise. You don’t need to run a marathon to gain the benefits of physical activity, just move more and sit less during the day!

For many people starting to participate in physical activity can be daunting. It’s important to realise that it’s not about dressing in lycra, and goin

g to the gym (if that’s not your thing). You can be physically active anywhere. There are many ways to increase physical activity and one of the easiest ways is to walk!

Physical activity is good for us, not only to help us physically, but also for our mental health. It doesn’t matter what your age or fitness level. Move More, Sit less!

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