The Forum has been named as part of a network working with the Federal Government to combat chronic disease for people with, and at risk of, Type 2 Diabetes.

The Forum provides access to health & fitness programs that are designed to:

  • Provide better diabetes control.
  • Increase muscle strength and tone.
  • Maintain a healthier weight.
  • Develop stronger bones.
  • Improve flexibility, balance and posture.
  • Improve mood and increase energy.

Facts:

  • In 2007, 83% of all premature deaths were from chronic disease.
  • Premature mortality is nearly twice as likely in disadvantaged males.
  • Premature mortality is 60% higher among the most disadvantaged females.
  • Of all premature chronic disease deaths in 2007, three in five were potentially avoidable.   

Every day in Australia approximately
275 adults develop diabetes!

Why Lift for Life?

  • The program is robust and evidence based.
  • Ability to generate new referral pathways.
  • Recognised branding.
  • Pre packaged structured program. 
  • Supporting resources available.
  • Systematic data collection and reporting.
  • Functional assessments related to daily activity levels.
  • Potential links to Healthier Communities funding. 
  • Professional development of staff.
  • Impact population health.

The role of strength training in Type 2 diabetes

  • Increased mobility. 
  • Decreased fat mass. 
  • Improved systolic blood pressure. 
  • Increased muscle glycogen/muscle density. 
  • Reduction in abdominal visceral/subcutaneous adipose tissue. 
  • Prevention of losses in Bone Mineral Density during weight loss. 
  • Increased Basal Metabolic Rate. 

To find out more about this program please contact Nadine Watson, Exercise Physiologist.