“I live on my own and I love having someone from FitLine ring me regularly. They have good advice.”
What is FitLine?
FitLine is a volunteer-led telephone-based motivation line that encourages callers to get more active.
How does it work?
FitLine is a great way to help people who want to feel a bit healthier but just don’t have the time or information on where and how to take that first step.
Callers to FitLine can find out about clubs, groups, and facilities in their area. They will also be able to gets lots of ideas about how they can do simple physical activities as part of their day-to-day routine to suit their lifestyle.
Having that social connection FitLine provides has been invaluable during this time, and the motivation and support are wonderful. Bridie, a FitLine participant.
I have been with FitLine for a few years and it gives me a great lift to get a phone call every couple of weeks. They have good advice. I live on my own and I love having someone from FitLine ring me regularly. Joe, a FitLine participant.
Check out our FitLine leaflet here.
How do I get involved?
If you are ready to make the change please call us on 1800 303 545 or 087-6211767 to register your interest and a member of our Active team will call you back directly. You can also email fitline@ageandopportunity.ie.
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People always say that ‘you’re only as old as you feel’. Well, it turns out to be true. Science has proven that staying active keeps your body younger and your mind happier, no matter what it says on your birth cert. Being active can help your body to stay strong and supple improve balance and coordination aiding in falls prevention A healthy mind and body can help fight off colds and infections and many common illnesses. Exercise keeps you sharp and, best of all, it cheers you up and boosts your energy.
Being active just 30 minutes a day can offer you a range of benefits including:
- Better balance
- Co-ordination
- Greater range of movement
- Flexibility
- Better strength
- Stay healthier
- Be more content
- Increase energy levels
- Increased social connection
- Prevent Falls
