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Home > Active Living > Activity and illness Activity and illness - 23 articlesBecoming more active is of clear benefit in improving health and well-being reducing the risks of premature death, illness and disability. The therapeutic effects of regular physical activity can help those with chronic, disabling conditions to perform activities of daily living. Physical activity also helps to improve mental health. For more insight into the benefits of physical activity visit this section. 'Go for your life' Strategic Plan 2006 - 2010 ‘Go for your life’ aims to increase levels of physical activity and healthy eating by Victorians. From kitchen gardens in... Arthritis and exercise Exercise can have many benefits for people with arthritis. Regular gentle physical activity can reduce some of the symptoms of... Arthritis and water exercise Warm water exercise (hydrotherapy) is helpful for people with arthritis. The resistance of moving through water boosts muscle strength and... Arthritis Victoria - Courses Arthritis Victoria offer several self management and leader training courses.... Asthma and exercise Regular exercise should be a part of any asthma management plan. Sometimes, exercise can trigger a bout of asthma. This... Back problems - exercises for your thoracic spine Pain in the thoracic area of the back is common in people who sit bent forward for long periods of... Breathing problems and exercise People with lung disease may avoid activities or exercise. People with asthma, emphysema, bronchiectasis and chronic bronchitis may find exercise... Cancer - exercise to help you cope A person with cancer can benefit from exercise. Regular, moderate exercise can help a person cope with the disease and... Chronic fatigue syndrome and exercise Exercise is difficult for people with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), also known as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). However, research suggests that,... Cycling and disease prevention Cycling is a healthy, low impact exercise that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Research shows that doing... < Previous 1 2 3 Next > |
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