21/09/2026
💜 Staying strong, steady and active matters at every age.
Good strength, balance and mobility help us move with confidence, enjoy the activities we love and stay independent for longer.
That's why we're supporting the Fall-Proof Gloucestershire campaign, which is helping people understand that falls aren't an inevitable part of ageing and that there are simple steps we can all take to improve our strength and balance.
At Freedom Leisure, we offer a range of activities, classes and programmes designed to help people of all ages build strength, improve balance, move well and feel more confident.
Interested in finding out more? Get in touch with our team and we'll help you find the right activity for you.
Active Gloucestershire is bringing Fall-Proof back into the spotlight, a countywide campaign designed to help older adults stay strong, steady and independent through strength and balance activity.
The renewed promotion of the campaign coincides with Falls Prevention Awareness Week (21-25 September 2026) and aims to raise awareness of the importance of strength and balance as we age, inspiring more people across Gloucestershire to take simple, practical steps to maintain their health, confidence and independence.
While many people assume that losing strength and mobility is an inevitable part of ageing, evidence shows that strength can be improved at any age. Regular strength and balance activity can help older adults stay active, maintain confidence and continue doing the everyday activities that matter to them.
Developed by Active Gloucestershire in partnership with NHS Gloucestershire, Fall-Proof provides practical resources, simple at-home exercises and information about local strength and balance opportunities across the county.
Throughout Falls Prevention Awareness Week, we'll be promoting five key messages:
✅ Falls are not an inevitable part of ageing
✅ Strength builds confidence and independence
✅ Small actions make a big difference
✅ It's never too early to start, or too late
✅ Strength can be built at home or in the community
We'll also be sharing inspiring stories from Gloucestershire residents who have experienced the benefits of improving their strength and balance, helping them stay active, connected and independent for longer.
Do you know an older adult who could benefit from improving their strength and balance? Or perhaps you're looking for ways to stay active and independent yourself?
🔗Read more here: https://ow.ly/WOcx50ZKuZe
Together, we can help Gloucestershire stay stronger for longer.
