Get strong this spring
Welcome to Spring! The weather is warmer and the days are getting longer. This makes it a perfect time to head outside and get active!
The benefits of exercise are so significant that the Department of Health recommends all Australians aged 18-64 to get 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise each day. Those aged 65 and over are recommended to work up to 30 minutes each day at the level of their ability (provided they have their doctor’s clearance).
We know the benefits of cardiovascular exercise, namely improved fitness, stamina and energy, but how about strength exercises?
Strength training is beneficial for everyone, no matter where they are at physically.
Benefits include improved posture, decreased joint pain, better balance, stronger …show more content…
Elevated Push-ups are a great way to strengthen the upper body and arms. Start with your hands elevated on the back of a bench (about hip height) and lower your chest to the bench by bending the elbows, then straighten them (push) to return. Make sure you’re lowering your whole body and not just bending your back. Once you can comfortably do 5 push-ups at that level then you’re ready to try the next height down.
Requirements: A bench, picnic table, wall, outdoor exercise equipment or anything stable that’s at a height that suits you.
Armed with this knowledge go out and make use of Lane Cove’s many parks and outdoor areas. Blackman Park has equipment for Push-ups, Sit to Stands as well as a great walking track. Helen Street Reserve has fun options to bring out your inner child, like monkey bars. Hughes Park on Burns Bay Road has a lot of fun exercise stations to keep you moving.
Pro tip: It’s okay to break a sweat while exercising, but make sure you bring a bottle of water and work within your range. To take it to the next level see a fitness professional for an evaluation of your physical abilities and get a program specific to
Welcome to Spring! The weather is warmer and the days are getting longer. This makes it a perfect time to head outside and get active!
The benefits of exercise are so significant that the Department of Health recommends all Australians aged 18-64 to get 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise each day. Those aged 65 and over are recommended to work up to 30 minutes each day at the level of their ability (provided they have their doctor’s clearance).
We know the benefits of cardiovascular exercise, namely improved fitness, stamina and energy, but how about strength exercises?
Strength training is beneficial for everyone, no matter where they are at physically.
Benefits include improved posture, decreased joint pain, better balance, stronger …show more content…
Elevated Push-ups are a great way to strengthen the upper body and arms. Start with your hands elevated on the back of a bench (about hip height) and lower your chest to the bench by bending the elbows, then straighten them (push) to return. Make sure you’re lowering your whole body and not just bending your back. Once you can comfortably do 5 push-ups at that level then you’re ready to try the next height down.
Requirements: A bench, picnic table, wall, outdoor exercise equipment or anything stable that’s at a height that suits you.
Armed with this knowledge go out and make use of Lane Cove’s many parks and outdoor areas. Blackman Park has equipment for Push-ups, Sit to Stands as well as a great walking track. Helen Street Reserve has fun options to bring out your inner child, like monkey bars. Hughes Park on Burns Bay Road has a lot of fun exercise stations to keep you moving.
Pro tip: It’s okay to break a sweat while exercising, but make sure you bring a bottle of water and work within your range. To take it to the next level see a fitness professional for an evaluation of your physical abilities and get a program specific to