Listed here is advice on specific health conditions, including basic information and consultation advice, collated with healthcare professionals in mind.
Arthritis and MSK - For people living with long-term arthritis or other musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, the changing nature of the conditions, combined with the impact of pain, fatigue and low moods, can make the idea of physical activity seem overwhelming. But being active can help you manage the condition and improve quality of life.
Asthma and Lung Conditions - It's normal to get out of breath when you're active, but we know people with lung conditions get anxious about being breathless. Being active with a lung condition can help improve your quality of life and condition management.
Cancer - Being active before, during and after treatment can improve a patients outlook and help you manage the symptoms. Because it doesn't matter whether it's something small and new, or just that little bit more of something they already do.
Dementia - Physical activity can be a great way to keep the body moving and the mind occupied, helping patients to live well with dementia for as long as possible.
Diabetes - For people living with diabetes, moving more is good for their overall health and their diabetes. Every step taken to moving more can help with managing the condition. There are many benefits of being active when you have type 1, type 2 or other types of diabetes.
Heart Condition – When living with a heart condition or circulatory condition it is normal to worry about being active. By adding more movement in to each day a big difference can be made to their health.
Limited mobility conditions – Being active can help to improve quality of life and help manage conditions, helping to improve mobility, strength and stamina for daily activities.
Mental Health conditions - Physical activity and movement can be a great way to manage mental and physical health. Moderate activity can help to boost mood and general wellbeing, and can contribute to improvements in symptoms.
Multiple Sclerosis - Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects people in different ways, so there isn't one best way of moving when you're living with MS, all movement can be good.
Older Adult – As patients age the benefits of keeping active are huge, reducing the risk of many health conditions, strengthening bones and muscles to reduce the risk of falls, improving mood and increased energy levels.
Parkinsons - When you live with Parkinson's, being active is one of the best things to do to help manage symptoms and live well with the condition. Staying active helps you maintain your balance, strength and coordination.
Stroke - Stroke affects everyone in different ways. This can include how the body works and how patients think and feel. Being physically active after a stroke can be challenging because of fatigue or muscle weakness.
