NEW BUSINESS

Dance in Eumundi

A new business in Eumundi, Dance for Joy provides a local opportunity to increase your physical and social well-being through danceexercise. Exercises are especially programmed for men and women with mobility issues due to arthritis, joint replacement, Parkinson’s disease or similar.

Philippa Johnson has been running classes for over 6 years in Yandina and – luckily for Eumundi and nearby residents – has started classes at the CWA Hall on Mondays 2.45-3.45pm. “Your first session is free,” says Philippa, who encourages everyone to come along and try. It could be your first step towards reaching your personal fitness goal. Contact Philippa 0417 780 016.

Getting age-appropriate and mobilityappropriate exercise is an essential to good health, particularly for those over 50yo, or with an injury or physical disability. The Australian government health guidelines state: “Staying active regularly is essential for good physical and mental health and wellbeing. This is true no matter how young or old you are … just a slight increase in activity each day can improve your health and wellbeing.”

Activity can help reduce the risk of health issues, like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, bone and joint problems, heart disease and some cancers; reduce the risk of falls and injury; improve your sleep; reduce stress and anxiety; and improve your mental health. See: t.ly/tBpxA.