Ageing For Better

09/08/2026

🎙️ Getting Strong — No Gym Required!

I recently had the pleasure of joining Diana Dagg on Good Vibes Radio Skid Row, an Inner West Council funded radio show for Seniors, to talk all things strength and balance.

We chatted about why staying strong matters as we age, and simple ways to build strength and balance right into your everyday life — no gym membership, no equipment, and no excuses needed!

🎧 Take a listen (my chat with Diana starts around the 15-minute mark): https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=VhkK7rl79iI&t=3s&ra=m

Here's to getting strong! 💪

09/08/2026

🔗 Register here: bit.ly/3Rv08eU

Join us for our FREE Intergenerational Program and experience the joy of building meaningful connections across generations.

Together² and invite older adults to take part in a four-week program designed to bring high school students and seniors together through shared activities, conversation and gentle movement.

Participants will enjoy:
✨ Fun intergenerational activities
🤝 Meaningful social connection
💪 Gentle movement to build confidence and balance
☕ Morning tea in a welcoming and inclusive environment
🎁 Every participant will also receive a complimentary Fit Kit to support continued movement at home.

📅 Wednesdays, 26 August – 16 September
🕤 9:30am – 11:30am
📍 Together², 754 Darling Street, Rozelle

This FREE program is open to seniors only. Places are limited and attendance at all four sessions is required.

👉 Register today: bit.ly/3Rv08eU

05/07/2026

Ageing for Better is super excited to be offering 2 free strength-and-balance workshops for older adults who are curious about feeling stronger for longer. Check out the post below for details. We’d love to see you there.

🔗 Register here: bit.ly/43ZrcFE

💪 Stay strong, active and independent with our FREE Strong & Steady Workshop for Older Adults.

Together2 and Ageing for Better invite you to join this practical beginner workshop designed to help improve strength, balance and confidence through simple exercises you can continue at home.

🎁 Every participant will receive a FREE take-home Fit Kit, including a resistance band, exercise cards and links to guided demonstrations.

📅 Thursday 23 July OR Thursday 6 August
🕚 11:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Mort Bay Community Room
7 Cameron Street, Balmain

Please note: Participants may register for one session only.
Free event – registration required.

05/07/2026

🔗 Register here: bit.ly/43ZrcFE

💪 Stay strong, active and independent with our FREE Strong & Steady Workshop for Older Adults.

Together2 and Ageing for Better invite you to join this practical beginner workshop designed to help improve strength, balance and confidence through simple exercises you can continue at home.

🎁 Every participant will receive a FREE take-home Fit Kit, including a resistance band, exercise cards and links to guided demonstrations.

📅 Thursday 23 July OR Thursday 6 August
🕚 11:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Mort Bay Community Room
7 Cameron Street, Balmain

Please note: Participants may register for one session only.
Free event – registration required.

26/04/2026

Happy Sunday 💛 I know you know…

You know how important it is to work on your strength and balance — not just for fitness, but for confidence, independence, and feeling good in your body every day.

As part of my partnership with Inner West Council and Together2, I’ve created a series of “Fit at Home” demo videos to help you build foundational strength and balance from the comfort of your own home.

✨ Simple, practical exercises
✨ Most require little to no equipment
✨ Easy to fit into your daily routine

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to stay consistent, these videos are here to support you.

👉 Watch here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AcneeMMYUfw7ACMdO4gjT64mYVC7WaW&si=yQN9H4aXpFHsNyWK

I’d love to hear from you — which exercises do you enjoy most 💬

The Fit at Home program was created by Marilynn Olson, Personal Trainer and Director of Ageing for Better, with support from the team at Together2. This Fit ...

01/04/2026

There’s something really special about watching seniors and teens come together — moving, laughing, and learning from each other. You can feel the confidence grow, the friendships form, and the genuine fun in the room 🌿

These sessions are a reminder that connection, movement, and community really do go hand in hand.