About Lift for Life

Lift for Life is a strength training program designed specifically for people with or at risk of type 2 diabetes.

The program was developed based on research conducted at the International Diabetes Institute (now Baker IDI) which showed changes in blood glucose control which matches and sometimes exceeds that typically produced by conventional drug treatments.

In 2005, the Australian Government recognised the importance of such a program and agreed to support the development and national implementation of Lift for Life.

Through Lift for Life participants work towards reaching any of the following goals:

• Better diabetes control
• Increased muscle strength and tone
• A healthier weight
• Stronger bones
• Improved flexibility, balance and posture
• Improved mood and increased energy

Above all, Lift for Life is about improving quality of life and enabling people to enjoy the things they used to do. Even simple things, like gardening or shopping, will become much easier once participating in Lift for Life.

The attached pdfs provide further details.        

• What is lift for life DL brochure  
• Getting started with lift for life starter kit A5 brochure
• Approval to participate form     
• From research to real life – a program with real impact research brochure