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25.01.2022 New feature: 'Heroes of Active Living Longer' - Faye Le Poidevin Faye has been an ALLong member for 20 months and is a regular attendee at our Bathurst Clinics at CSU. Faye says this about what she has achieved from being a member - "We enjoy hiking in different parts of Australia and until I started this program I always used a hiking stick because I was unsure of my balance. I now have so much confidence with my balance and walking generally that I no longer need a stick. With more attention to what I eat I've also lost 12 kgs since joining. The best part is that coming to clinics give me a sense of purpose in starting the day, and that gives me more energy through the day". Well done Faye! #csugym #activelivinglonger #exercisebathurst #activelifestyle #exerciseright #heartfoundation

25.01.2022 "Health - It's All About You" - Edition #5, 2020: Study identifies factors for healthy memory at any age. This article by the University of Alberta, finds targets for promoting healthy memory aging, early intervention, and prevention for disease. Memory decline is one of the first signs of cognitive and neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease. "We found different risk factors for stable memory and for rapidly declining memory," said Peggy McFall, lead author a...nd research associate in the Department of Psychology. "It may be possible to use these factors to improve outcomes for older adults." Read the article here (2 minute read. More info in the full paper linked in the article): https://www.ualberta.ca//healthy-memory-preventing-alzheim Yours in Health Eevon & the ALLong Crew Dr Eevon Stott AES AAGM CEO, Active Living Longer Inc.

24.01.2022 Sunday matinee movie (11 minutes): Chris Stott has been attending CSU exercise clinics for 5 years now, even before Active Living Longer took charge of them. He attributes all that work to allowing him to take up mountain biking at age 69. Here he is at 70 chasing Eevon Stott down a mountainside. It's the full downhill trail unedited = 11 minutes. You too can get fitter and do crazy things Join us! https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=-jYjURrjqQQ

24.01.2022 Face masks are now mandatory in Greater Sydney - Free box of 50 Surgical Masks for members Masks are now compulsory on public transport and indoor venues across Greater Sydney from 4pm Tue 22-Jun. This requirement will apply for at least another week. ... We have a stock of high grade surgical masks and are making them available to members of Active Living Longer in a box of 50. If you or your family are planning to visit Sydney in the coming weeks, you can collect your free box on your next visit to our Bathurst or Orange clinics. Stay safe.

22.01.2022 Want to know why Active Living Longer member Faye Le Poidevin is smiling behind that mask? Well she recently underwent her annual physiological assessment and received some news that would make anyone smile. In just one year Faye has wound back her Metabolic Age by 11 years! We have been assessing members for 4 years now and Faye's results are an all time record. As well as regular attendance at our Bathurst Clinics, Faye has watched her diet closely, reducing the amount s...he eats and especially carbohydrates - bread, pasta and the like. Keep that up Faye and you may be 16 again! You too can be assessed and work toward self-improvement. Send us a message below to find out how. See more

22.01.2022 "Health - It's All About You" - Edition #21, 2020 - The brain-changing benefits of exercise Further evidence that moderate exercise can do much more for you than just physical fitness. Dr. Wendy Suzuki is a Professor of Neural Science and Psychology at New York University. Watch this TED Talk to find out how exercise boosts mood and memory, and protects your brain against neurodegenerative diseases. https://www.ted.com//wendy_suzuki_the_brain_changing_benef

21.01.2022 Active Living Longer in the news. Click link: https://news.csu.edu.au//cup-grants-help-active-living-lon

18.01.2022 Active Living Longer goes online from Tuesday 29 June until Friday 9 July - JOIN us, Register Now! This morning we reviewed the COVID updates from NSW Health and CSU and have elected to close our clinics in Bathurst and Orange for 2 weeks. When will we resume normal clinics?... At this stage the State Government orders stand until Friday 9 July. So we plan to reopen clinics in week commencing 12 July. Naturally, we will need to review this as we approach the end of the current restrictions period and will provide updates. What are the alternative activities in the meantime? Some good news! We are resuming 'new and improved' online sessions called "Move on ZOOM". These will start tomorrow, Tuesday 29 June, and run daily until Friday 9 July, from 9.00 to 10.00am - a total of 9 sessions! What does it cost? To make the sessions accessible by all we have fixed the charge at $30 total covering all 9 sessions ($3.33 a session). This is great value and will keep us all moving during these two week :-) How do I register or find out more? We will assist you in getting connected with us through your computer or mobile phone. Simply email [email protected] or call Eevon on 0408 721752. Stay Safe!

18.01.2022 Health: It's all about you. Edition #8, 2020: Harvard Medical School - Improve Your Balance...Strengthen Your Back...Increase Flexibility, and more! The following words are extracts from a book published by Harvard Health Publishing, and they are reflective of the theme underscored by our own Active Living Longer program, emphasising that long term maintenance of your physical self is a lot more than just strength building: Exercising your core muscles isn’t about chiseling ...out a set of six-pack abs (although they can get you a flat belly if that’s what you’re after), it’s about improving your flexibility and stability and making it easier to do everything from swinging a golf club or tennis racket to reaching for groceries on the top shelf. Because these moves help improve your balance and stability and reduce your risk of falling, they are also critical to helping you keep your independence. A strong core can even help make sitting easier! Believe it or not, sitting at a desk, working at your computer, or making phone calls all day can lead to back pain and stiffness unless you have a strong core. Which workout should you start with? If you think you have balance issues, you may want to try a floor core workout. This workout allows you to practice essential core moves like bridges and planks while lying down on a stable surface. There is no special equipment, but you may want to use a mat for comfort. Make sure you check with your doctor to ensure it is okay and then try these two moves. As you do the exercises, focus on proper form. If you find either of them difficult, do fewer reps, or follow the tips to make an exercise easier or more difficult. Attached find two basic core strengthening exercises. If you are confident, you can try these at home, or talk to one of the Active Living Longer team members on-line or when you next visit our CSU Bathurst Clinic sessions. Reminder: To make your ALLong bookings at Charles Sturt Uni Bathurst click here: https://activelivinglonger.as.me/schedule.php and keep coming ALLong! Yours in Health The Active Living Longer Inc. team

15.01.2022 "Health - It's All About You" - Edition #15, 2020 - Losing steam? Avoid these energy zappers (Extract from Harvard Medical School, Boston. Image from Getty Images) Book your regular ALLong clinic session at CSU Bathurst and keep coming ALLong! https://activelivinglonger.as.me/schedule.php...Continue reading

12.01.2022 "Heroes of Active Living Longer" - Hugh O'Reilly Hugh (together with wife Mimi) has been attending our Bathurst CSU clinics for 18 months. He says: "I joined to improve my general fitness with ageing and assist with mental acuity. I've never been a gym person, but working with others in the same age group and similar goals is very supportive. The supervised sessions also give me confidence in using the equipment and allows me increase the weights over time. I always feel better after each session and have seen big improvements in my stamina." Well done Hugh!

11.01.2022 "Health - It's All About You" - Edition #7, 2020: Monash University project - COVID-19 and Mental Wellbeing Friends of Active Living Longer are student researchers who are part of this Monash Uni project designed to explore how exercise influences wellbeing, particularly during periods of global uncertainty, such as the COVID-19 lockdown. You are invited to participate by completing this 10 minute survey on you phone or PC. You need not give your name or contacts. The purpose... is fully explained in the link below, but a summary of the specific research goals are: a) To explore how financial vulnerability relates to perceptions of stress, and the role of exercise in this relationship. b) To examine how personality and exercise influence resilience to stress. c) To examine the effect of exercise intensity on anxiety during global uncertainty. If you would like to share your experiences by participation, click here. You will not be contacted by the university or any other party: https://monash.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5z2IO5t3dVrTKzH Yours in Health Eevon Stott & the ALLong Team

09.01.2022 Give the gift of better health this Christmas Is your partner, family member or friend difficult to buy gifts for, because they have all they need? Give them the gift of better health this Christmas. Dr Eevon Stott of Active Living Longer Inc. is now offering private one-on-one consultations and customised guided exercises by Zoom. All that is needed is a computer or mobile phone to bring the clinic into your gift recipient’s home at a time that suits them.... The gift certificate covers the first two private consultations, with the option to extend later. It can be used any time within 12 months of purchase. Find out more about the Active Living Longer program and get your favourite person on the way to a more active 2021. https://activelivinglonger.org.au/allong-online-programs/

09.01.2022 Health - It’s All about You Edition #3, 2020: Coping with coronavirus anxiety This article from the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences at Macquarie University is very timely. Dr Jessamine Chen, Dr Carly Johnco and Professor Viviana Wuthrich have developed a resource to assist over 55s to deal with COVID-19. This resource was developed in conjunction with the Australian Psychological Society Psychology and Ageing Interest Group. Read the full article here (2 mi...nute read): https://www.mq.edu.au//res/coping-with-coronavirus-anxiety Reminder: To make your ALLong bookings at Charles Sturt Uni Bathurst click here: https://activelivinglonger.as.me/schedule.php and we are adding a fourth session starting at 10am this week! Yours in Health Eevon & the ALLong Crew

08.01.2022 "Health - It's All About You" - Edition #18, 2020 - Before you go on that diet, consider your age. A member (thanks Maggie!) of Active Living Longer forwarded this very informative ABC link to us. Within the linked page is a 16-minute podcast by Ngaire Hobbins, dietitian specialist in ageing and brain health, author of 'Brain Body Food'. To quote from the introduction: With lots of people turning their attention to losing 'corona kilos', diets are front of mind. But did you know that dieting when you're over 65 can be bad for your body and your brain? If you are interested in the effect that different food types have in respect of health and wellbeing (both the good and bad), set aside a quarter hour and enjoy this podcast. https://www.abc.net.au//before-you-go-on-that-di/12864260

08.01.2022 We're Baaack! We enjoyed hosting 43 persons in our return to clinic sessions this week in the 'new' temporary Charles Sturt Uni gym. There's heaps of space but we are still limiting participants to 9 for each session. Newcomers are welcome to join us. Text or call us for more information.

07.01.2022 Health - It’s All about You Edition# 2: COVID-19 Response - Why exercise is more important than ever. This article by ESSA (Exercise & Sports Science Australia) says now more than ever is the time to remain active. In summary, the article says that contemporary evidence shows that leading a physically active lifestyle reduces the incidence of communicable diseases and even cancer, implying that the immune system is supported by regular exercise. Exercise is also unique in ...that it can boost our mental health, and during this anxious time it’s more important than ever to keep our minds clear and focused. Read the full article here (2-minute read): https://www.essa.org.au//COVID-19_Response__Why_exercise_i To make your ALLong bookings at Charles Sturt Bathurst click here: https://activelivinglonger.as.me/schedule.php and keep coming ALLong! Health It's All About You is a communique covering health related matters that you may find informative. Active Living Longer Inc (ALLong) programs are based on science and research, delivered by Exercise Scientists led by Dr Eevon Stott. Education is a key ingredient in helping us all make better lifestyle choices to enjoy an active life for longer. The articles and views presented here might not always be ours, and we will acknowledge the original authors. As with any health related information, these communique does not constitute professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. If you do not wish to receive these communique, just reply to this email with ‘Opt out’ in the subject line.

06.01.2022 Anyone who has visited Greater Sydney in the last 2 weeks must now wear masks at indoor venues, shops etc, in regional NSW. Remember to collect your free box of masks from our clinics (members only) if you or your family or visitors have been in Sydney, Blue Mountains, Wollongong, Central Coast. https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=203112688483116&id=100063531588320

06.01.2022 "Health - It's All About You" - Edition #20, 2020 - Exercise for Older Adults. This week’s offering is a very comprehensive read which goes well beyond the simple ‘exercise is good for you’ message. It’s an excellent 55-page free e-book by Exercise and Sports Science Australia. From their own introduction: As Australians age, maintaining a healthy and happy lifestyle is vital. A simple tool that can encourage healthy ageing is movement and exercise, and age should not be see...n as a barrier for anyone to participate. Exercise provides a wide range of important benefits and health outcomes for older adults. From increased independence, improved mental health and the prevention of falls, movement allows ageing Australians to maintain their daily living activities whether it be lifting the groceries or playing with their grandkids. This eBook then also highlights how the common conditions and illnesses that older adults live with can be treated or prevented through expertly prescribed exercise programs. This includes dementia, osteoporosis, cardiovascular (or heart) health, cancers and more. Click here: http://mailchi.mp/essa/exerciseforolderadults See more

05.01.2022 "Health - It's All About You" - Edition #14, 2020 - Is Exercise Really Medicine This article by Evolutionary Biologist Daniel Lieberman explains why people tend to avoid exercise despite its benefits. https://scholar.harvard.edu/fil/dlieberman/files/2015c.pdf Reminders:... Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday 29 October 4.30 for a 5.00 pm start, meeting ends by 6.00 pm. There will be drinks and nibbles at the venue - 'Upstairs' in the Reliance Centre Level 1, 203 Russell St. Bathurst. Reply on this post or Messenger us. Book your regular ALLong clinic session at CSU Bathurst and keep coming ALLong! Yours in health, Eevon & the Active Living Longer Inc. team

04.01.2022 Now you can access us from anywhere in Australia! All you need is a computer, tablet or mobile phone. Join online group sessions or our new one-on-one private sessions with Dr Eevon Stott. Learn more here: https://activelivinglonger.org.au/allong-online-programs/

04.01.2022 "Health - It's All About You" - Edition #4, 2020: Exercise: An effective prescription for joint pain This article from the Harvard Medical School explains in some detail what many of us know already about the connection between exercise and pain relief. Joint pain can rob you of life's simple pleasuresyou may no longer look forward to walking your dog, gardening, or chasing a tennis ball across the court. But the right exercises performed properly can be a long-lasting wa...y to subdue ankle, knee, hip, or shoulder pain. For some people, the right exercise routine can even help delay or side step surgery. Yours in Health Eevon & the ALLong Crew Read the article here (3 minute read): https://www.health.harvard.edu//exercise-an-effective-pres

03.01.2022 LAST CHANCE: "Health - It's All About You" - Edition #13, 2020 - Zumba 'Sampler' This is a one-off special event at Bathurst. Book your place now! Exercise in Dance with our guest leader Sue Newstead... Date: Wednesday 14 October 2020 Time: 5.00 for 5.15pm Finish 6.00pm Venue: Charles Sturt Uni Bathurst gym at Building 1220 Select Zumba 'Sampler' in this link https://activelivinglonger.org.au/join-allong/ And share with friends! Reminder To make your regular ALLong clinic bookings at Charles Sturt Uni Bathurst click here: https://activelivinglonger.as.me/BathurstClinic and keep coming ALLong! Yours in health, Eevon & the Active Living Longer Inc. team

02.01.2022 "Health - It's All About You" - Edition #19, 2020 - Strength training can help protect the brain from degeneration...... Research coordinated by The University of Sydney has found that just six months of strength training can help protect brain areas especially vulnerable to Alzheimer’s disease up to one year later. Mild cognitive impairment involves a decline in memory and other thinking skills despite generally intact daily living skills. Targeted exercise actually slowed t...he natural shrinkage of the critical hippocampal of the brain in older people. "As much as 30% of all late-life dementia could be associated with preventable lifestyle factors." Their conclusion? Given this (exercise) was also linked to protection from cognitive decline, the message is clear - resistance exercise needs to become a standard part of dementia risk-reduction strategies." So, as we say... Keep coming along to ALLong! https://www.sydney.edu.au//strength-training-can-help-prot

02.01.2022 "Health - It's All About You" - Edition #6, 2020: Strength building exercises strengthen your Nervous system too This article from Newcastle University (UK) explains that even if you are just starting out with doing some muscle strengthening exercises your nervous system is getting immediate benefits. Professor Baker explains: It is known that when people start working out at the gym, they initially get stronger by increasing connections in the nervous system, not by growin...g bigger muscles, but the details of which pathways (in the central nervous system) change wasn’t clear. This is important, since we’ve shown in the past that this (central nervous system) pathway also helps people recover after a stroke. Improving the function of a hand rendered weak by a stroke might be using the same mechanisms as strength training in a healthy young body builder. Read the summary article here (2 minute read): https://www.ncl.ac.uk//liftingweightsmakesyournervoussyst/ Yours in Health Eevon & the ALLong Crew

01.01.2022 Last chance to book! Extract from CSU press release, 8 October: Put on your 'dancing' shoes! (Actually any shoes will be just fine).... A new Zumba dance-exercise class is being trialled at Charles Sturt University in Bathurst on Wednesday evening 14 October and you are invited! Come alone or bring a partner or friend. Dr Eevon Stott, CEO of CSU based Active Living Longer (ALLong), said, Music is a must for some people during exercise and there is research showing that music can provide motivation, increase efficiency of movement, and in general, make exercise more enjoyable." But it is not easy to plan a music set, so I asked Sue Newstead (pictured), a Zumba dance-exercise leader I met at the PCYC in Bathurst, for help. Sue is very experienced and leads her classes with moves that are safe and fun". Sue and I share the objectives of getting people returning to exercising together with proper safety practices, and for this experience, Sue has planned a 45-minute set for beginners, she said. This event provides a Zumba ‘sampler’ experience to the Bathurst community, with Charles Sturt as our generous venue sponsor. The trial Zumba session starts 5.15pm on Wednesday 14 October at the Charles Sturt University gymnasium (building 1220) in Bathurst. The cost is only $8.00. Get your tickets now at https://activelivinglonger.org.au/join-allong/ Places are limited to adhere with COVID-19 regulations. Or enquire on Messenger if you have any questions. (Photo: Eevon Chia, CSU ALLong, Sue Newstead, Zumba leader)