Up and Active
Physical Activity Programme
This 12-week programme in partnership with Sport England, is focused on creating a healthy lifestyle by delivering safe and effective physical activity.
The programme will include:
- Supervised gym sessions.
- Group circuits.
- Strength and balance classes.
- Emotional wellbeing and support.
- Seated exercises.
Is the programme for you?
- You must be aged 16+.
- You must have at least one stable & controlled medical condition.
- And you must be inactive (Less than 5×30 mins of activity a week).
Cardiac Rehabilitation Programme
A programme for cardiac rehabilitation and secondary prevention of heart disease for anyone who has previously suffered heart complications.
How does the programme work?
- The programme runs for 12 weeks led by our Cardiac Rehabilitation Officer.
- You will have an initial assessment prior, determining your eligibility for the programme.
- Each week, the programme will include a variety of sessions of physical activity.
Who Is this programme for?
- Anyone diagnosed with cardiac disease, provided that a referral form from a doctor can be obtained.
Eat Well, Keep Well Programme (free)
This FREE educational programme (there is no physical activity) is suitable for anyone who wants to learn and understand about food and how to develop a healthier relationship with it.
How does the programme work?
- This free programme runs for 10 or 12-weeks and will include:
- Emotional wellbeing and support.
- Topics and tips about food, drink and physical activity.
- Each programme will have 8-10 participants.
Is the programme for you?
- You must be aged 18+.
- You must have a Body Mass Index between 25 and 45.
- You must have a Pendle postcode.
Take your first steps to getting Up & Active
What to expect
As one of the most trusted healthcare teams across East Lancashire, we are working to build a healthier future and we recognise there’s an unmet need to support people living with long-term health conditions.
Active Lives is a 12-week supported physical activity scheme enabling individuals to access a tailored exercise programme to increase the amount of movement in their daily lives. This programme offers a range of activities and is suitable for the first-time exerciser or those that are returning after a long break.
Individuals referring into this scheme will receive:
- An initial medical and physical activity assessment by a qualified physical activity health activator
- A tailored programme of activity options best suited to their specific needs and abilities
- Person centred goals to achieve small changes
- Support from our specialist team throughout the 12-weeks programme
Programme of activities available:
- Structured supervised gym session
- Low level exercise classes
- Open gym sessions
- Our dedicated specialist team will offer you support and guidance to living a healthier lifestyle