Active in Later Life
How would you rate your health, fitness and
appearance? Do you regularly run, ski, play football, tennis,
badminton, go swimming, go to the gym?…….If not, our Challenge asks
you to do something about it. We don’t suggest you start playing
squash if you haven’t played for years! But a number of
Fitness Clubs offer a complimentary visit so you can get assessed and start a fitness programme!
Looking after our bodies is something we often
neglect, but there is plenty we can do in later life to make sure we
stay fit and healthy. That’s more important than ever in order to
help us enjoy our later life. We’ve already covered fitness which is
of course part of staying healthy, but have you planned what you eat
in later life or thought about your appearance recently?
Part of the Challenge is to understand a bit more
about nutrition, diet and anti-ageing and if you need to, make some
changes! There is loads of information out there on the web and lots
of books, And of course our own health information on the
laterlife.com website. You need just a small amount of time to
investigate. The challenge is to understand, decide what to do and
make it happen.
The Laterlife Challenge can also include a bit of fun on the
looks front. How about doing something about
your appearance – how are you going to avoid being a traditional stereotype oldie? You could try banishing
that grey hair for a while – and not just the ladies. There are
products for men too! Do you remember what you looked like before
you had grey hair? Or how about an update to the wardrobe or a visit
to a health farm for a bit of pampering? There are of course lots
more adventurous things you might do! It’s up to you - but have fun
and break a few stereotypes!
Your ideas
These are just a few thoughts; we want to hear about
how you (or someone you know) are being active in later life,
whatever that may be.
Or if you are just getting going we want to
encourage encourage you to use your imagination.
What next?
The Challenge is all about sharing our ideas, so
we would like you to tell us
about people you know (including yourself) and examples of what they
or you are doing in retirement which may help to
inspire others.
Also read the
general notes about who
can take the
Challenge
You and they can win some great prizes.
Read about other activities you might be doing or
thinking of doing as part of the Challenge?
Click on the title above for more
information.
