FLEXIBILITY, balance, eating a healthy diet and generally living well can slip from our daily lifestyle choices as we age.

To inspire the motivation to eat well and keep nimble, the Healthy and Active for Life Online program has been created.

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Registration is open now and closes on 14 April.

Healthy and Active for Life Online is a free healthy lifestyle program for people aged 60 years and over, and Aboriginal people aged 45 years and over, living in the Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD).

The program is a NSW Health initiative designed for people who are living at home and who wish to increase their confidence, knowledge and skills to lead an active and healthy lifestyle.

The program includes access to ten self-directed online modules on healthy lifestyle topics and a home exercise program.

Participants will also receive a weekly phone call from a trained phone coach at a time that suits them.

MNCLHD Health Promotion Officer Margo Johnston said the ten-week program offers a great opportunity to get active and learn about healthy lifestyle habits from the comfort of home.

“As well as learning about healthy eating, the program will also teach you some simple exercise programs that will keep you moving for longer,” Margo told News Of The Area.

“All you need is internet access, a computer or tablet and some space to exercise.

“The program is so convenient as you can receive advice from trained coaches at a time that suits you in our own home.

“I would encourage anyone thinking about becoming more active and healthy to sign up,” said Margo.

For further information or to register, visit www.activeandhealthy.nsw.gov.au.

Each program runs for ten weeks during the NSW school terms.

Register by 14 April to join the next program beginning on Monday 25 April.

By Andrea FERRARI