What is Lift for Life?Lift for Life is a structured evidence-based strength training program for people with diabetes or those at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. |
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Where is Lift for Life available?There are currently 74 providers across Australia with more providers being added all the time. |
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How do I get started in Lift for Life?3 easy steps is all it takes to get involved in Lift For Life. |
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15 July 2010
Nicola Roxon, Minister for Health & Ageing today announced a significant National Program Grant to Fitness Australia, the health & fitness industry association, as part of the COAG Healthy Communities Initiative. The funding of $986,920 over three years will be used to promote the delivery of the Lift for Life® program within fitness centres across Australia.
4 December 2009
The research into Lift for Life focused on the management of type 2 diabetes however evidence continues to emerge to show the preventative potential of progressive strength training.
30 March 2009
Pumping iron isn’t just for body builders like Arnold Schwarzenegger. It’s for everyone, especially if you have type 2 diabetes or are at risk of getting it. The following article appeared in the Mar-Apr 09 edition of Diabetic Living. Click here to view or download the article.
12 March 2009
Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to many related health conditions like heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and circulation problems.
16 December 2008
Had you been an older person with high blood pressure as late as the 1980s, you would have found yourself given medication and told not to exert yourself, to avoid excitement, and importantly, avoid strenuous activity.