We want more people to be more physically active in later life. Maintaining and improving muscle strength and balance can help people in later life live independently and reduce the risk of falls.
Walking and cycling ‘not safe or attractive enough’ for many in their 50s and 60s
New report finds that lack of cycle and footpaths, personal safety concerns, and declining health are key barriers to people in their 50s and 60s walking or cycling as a means of travel.
Active travel and mid-life: Understanding the barriers and enablers to active travel
This interim report provides a summary of the evidence reviews on attitudes to active travel among people aged 50-70 and the role the built environment plays.
Why design is a strategic growth ingredient for Healthy Ageing
The ageing population presents a significant opportunity for businesses. But without harnessing the benefits of design, it might be more difficult to achieve success.
How the fitness sector can support adults to remain active in later life
Remaining physically active is key to staying independent and reducing chances of developing conditions that lead to preventable disability. But more than a third of adults over the age of 55 are classified as inactive.
My vision of a Decade of Healthy Ageing: Corinne, Liverpool
Since Liverpool joined the UK Network of Age-friendly Communities, Steve Rotherham, the Metro Mayor, has been busy engaging with the city region's older residents.
Aggie MacKenzie, the ‘Queen of Clean', decided to become a yoga instructor in her 50s. She's managed to continue working through the pandemic so that she and her clients can remain fit and healthy.
Responding to the experience of older people in the COVID-19 pandemic
This event marked the launch of the University of Manchester report, ‘Covid-19 and Social Exclusion: Experiences of older people living in areas of multiple deprivation’.
This webinar explored the importance of health, work and ageing, and what employers and government need to do to ensure that all employees are supported at work.
