Prevention on Point

13/10/2026

The better your leg strength, the better your brain health! Research shows that engaging in one year of moderate-to-heavy resistance training can decrease brain ageing by 1.4 to 2.3 years compared to staying sedentary. 🧠💪

Term 4 strength and balance classes have started this week. Join us on Tuesdays at 9.30 and Thursdays at 10am at the Peninsular Bay Community room.

Check out the full study here:

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11357-026-02141-x

21/09/2026

An interesting read -as occupational therapists we could have a significant part to play in this age-friendly framework considering our knowledge of environment and communities.

New Zealand will be ‘super-aged’ within a decade.
Are our cities and towns ready?
https://theconversation.com/new-zealand-will-be-super-aged-within-a-decade-are-our-cities-ready-291774?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawUdNI9wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUxLOUsxYlNJRW9Vak5vU2ZzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeJCI48oYctfRrzSDYFB_ZQFSzNZJCoFHQez6K-Z4l0UE_mWszj_5zWYFNICg_aem_3Y9xtayBS-J0dKdxmpIhxQ =1789708430

Most older New Zealanders live in private homes. As the population ages, making streets, transport and public spaces work for them will become crucial.

13/09/2026

Our feet, ankle and lower leg strength are talked about and exercised a lot during our classes.
Come along and try a class;
Tuesdays 9.30am
Thursdays 10 am
Or get in contact with us [email protected]

Foot and toe strength declines with age, increasing the risk of falls and affecting confidence, balance and mobility, says foot and gait specialist Courtney Conley.

09/09/2026

🏋️ Strength lets you lift, carry, play, and stay independent.

🫀 Cardio lets you hike, bike, travel, and explore without feeling exhausted.

🤸 Mobility keeps your joints moving freely as you age.

🦴 Muscle & Bone build the physical reserves you need when life throws a curveball.

Which one are you working on this week? 👇

14/08/2026

Ever wondered if a simple picture in your head could prevent an injury?

Prof. Richard Masters at Waikato University researched whether internal analogies—like thinking "land like a snowflake" or "fall like a feather"—could help during a fall.

The results? These simple visual cues trick the subconscious mind into softening the body's impact without overthinking the physical mechanics. When you don't freeze up, your body absorbs the impact much better.

Next time you lose your footing, try letting your subconscious take over...!

05/08/2026

It's all important !

05/08/2026

Here are the the very first NZ master-practitioners in the RGM Method - as was stated after two days of full concentration, fun and learning "the hard work starts now"!
I came away with increased enthusiasm as well as ideas of using this dynamic tool in therapy across OT sessions, in the community and as part of my weekly exercise classes.

27/07/2026

This past weekend, I completed Level 2 training in Hanna Somatic Movement Education with Suds Sutherland.

This work looks at the whole person—your physical body, thoughts, and life history—to understand how past stress, injuries, and tension are held in our bodies. When life's adventures or accidents leave us in subconscious patterns of pain and tightness, it often means we’ve simply lost conscious connection to our movement.

Through gentle self-awareness movements, people learn to sense, re organise, and regain control of their bodies so they can move freely again.

I’m excited to bring these deeper skills into my practice and input into classes.


Pic of beautiful Lake Hāwea

21/07/2026

Holidays are over and it’s time to get moving again! 💫

Classes resume this week, and we have a few spaces available in the following groups:

📍 Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Strength & Balance
📍 Thursday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Strength & Balance

These sessions bring together a unique mix of professional expertise, specialized teaching experience, and proven results—offering a approach to older adult movement you won't find anywhere else in Wānaka.

Places are limited and weekly registration is required.

📩 Send a direct message or comment below to secure your spot!

See you soon,
Jo

22/02/2026

We have a few spots available in our Thursday strength and mobility class.

Contact me for further details
[email protected]