Strength For Life Archives

The exercise smorgasbord

11 October 2020

Have you ever thought about your exercise options as an all-you-can-eat buffet? When we have a full table of diverse food set out in front of us, we’re unlikely to just choose just one dish. Our exercise should be just the same!

exercise, strength as we get older, Strength For Life, strength training

Living Longer Living Stronger Online? Easy! Here’s how it works

14 September 2020

With restrictions slow to ease, many folks who initially planned to simply ‘wait it out’ are starting to think about joining the Zoom revolution.

Living Longer Living Stronger, LLLS, strength as we get older, Strength For Life, strength training

My gym is opening back up. Is it safe for me to return?

15 June 2020

Around the state, Strength for Life venues are gearing up to reopen on 22 June. Expect to see new precautions aimed at minimising the risk of transmission and keeping everyone safe.

COVID-19, Strength For Life, strength training

Harness the power of habit to stay active

11 May 2020

When it comes to exercise, it’s habit, not motivation, that keeps us going. Practising mindfulness and testing your progress are two ways to experience the success that can help you build the exercise habit.

COVID-19, mindfulness, Strength For Life, strength training

Strength for Life in lockdown

20 April 2020

How does a social butterfly stay motivated to exercise in isolation? We hear from COTA Victoria’s Strength for Life coordinator, Mish, on how she overcame the challenge of working out in lockdown.

online activities, Strength For Life

Have you heard of the Blue Zones?

11 November 2019

From Greece to Japan, the ‘Blue Zones’ are pockets of the world where people have fewer chronic conditions and en masse live longer. What are the secrets to their health and longevity? Research has uncovered some very interesting findings.

loneliness, social inclusion, Strength For Life

Living Longer Living Stronger™: new name, new logo, new support

16 September 2019

When Living Longer Living Stronger™ began more than 18 years ago, it really was unique in the community. Previously, it was not common to see older Australians entering their local gym and the advice from their health providers was often ‘Don’t do too much!’

exercise, fitness, Living Longer Living Stronger, older people, Strength For Life