healthy lifestyles booklet - Burnley Borough Council

Your change4lifestarts hereContentsAbout us ................................................................................................... 3BEEP referral scheme ........................................................................... 4BEEP programmes available ................................................................ 5-7Lite4Life Weight Management ........................................................... 82How overweight am I?........................................................................... 9Community classes ................................................................................. 10-16Cardiovascular Health programme..................................................... 16Stop Smoking clinics .............................................................................. 17Useful contacts ....................................................................................... 18-19

BEEP referral schemeWhat is BEEP referral scheme all about?If you are currently inactive, aged 16 years or over with one or more medical conditionsthat would benefit from becoming more active, such as stress, anxiety, high bloodpressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, musculoskeletal problems, Burnley EncouragingExercise on Prescription (BEEP) may be the scheme for you.4Tell me more about BEEPOne of the main problems when thinkingabout becoming more active is where togo, how much exercise you should takeand what you should do. BEEP is a referralscheme that can be accessed through yourGP, practice nurse, physiotherapist orother health professional.You will learn more about safe physicalactivity, coping with stress and healthyeating. You will be encouraged to progresssafely at your own pace, graduallybecoming fitter to make activity part ofyour daily life.With a variety of 10-week programmeson offer, a BEEP programme will getyou started on the right track with apersonalised programme.How will I benefit from being moreactive?Taking regular exercise and keeping activecan benefit people of all ages and fitnesslevels:• Keep your heart strong and healthy,reduce risk of a heart attack or stroke• Help prevention and management ofover 20 chronic diseases• Improve mobility, balance andco-ordination• Improve strength and energy level• Help you feel and look better• Increase weight loss and weightmaintenance, increase muscle tone• Help reduce stress levels and aidrelaxation and improved sleep pattern• Help meet new peopleAll those attending a BEEP programmeare offered subsidised Swimfit passes. Formore information please turn to page 15.What do I need to do?The first step is to make an appointmentto see your GP/practice nurse or otherhealth professional to discuss beingreferred onto BEEP.Turn to pages 5-7 for details. For moreinformation on the scheme please contact01282 477134.

BEEP programmesGet up & Go/Seated EXERCISEThis is a gentle exercise programme forthose with joint or mobility problems, tohelp reduce pain and improve balance,flexibility, and co-ordination. All ourseated tutors are postural stabilityqualified.6AQUATIC BEEPAquatic BEEP offers different formsof safe and effective exercise in water,which reduces direct impact on joints.Specific goals can be achieved withinthe programme, improved range ofmovement, improved muscle strengthand improved water confidence.Coming soonSpecialist Diabetes ProgrammeIf you have type 2 diabetes, you willbe advised to look after your healthcarefully. This specialist programme willsupport you to eat a healthy,balanced diet, drink alcoholin moderation and teach youhow to exercise safely andcorrectly. All of which willmake treating your diabeteseasier and minimise yourrisk of developingcomplications.

Lite4Life Weight ManagementWhat is Lite4Life Weight Management all about?If you feel your weight is an issue and you are unsure what to do about it, the healthylifestyles team offer a Free 12-week self-referral weight management programme tosupport you in achieving your ideal weight.8Tell me more about the programmeAfter an initial health screen you willreceive personalised exercise instructionsfrom one of our experienced tutors, withyour progress monitored throughoutthe programme to keep you motivated.The programmes are delivered in groupsettings and are open to anyone 16 yearsand above who have a body mass index(BMI) over 30.Each two-hour session includes aninteractive health education topic:• Carbohydrates and calories• Portion sizes• Barriers to behaviour change• Physical activity• Alcohol - know your limits• Eating out and takeaways• Eat well plate• Fibre and salt• Goal setting• Fats and sugars• Food labellingHow will I benefit from a L4Lprogramme?• 50% less chance of developing over 20chronic conditions, including coronaryheart disease, diabetes, cancer andobesity• Increase weight loss and weightmanagement, increase muscle tone• Helps prevent one-third of cancersthat are attributed to poor diet andnutrition• Helps lower blood pressure. Reducethe risk of coronary heart disease by9% and a stroke by 16%• Helps to ease anxiety, stress anddepression, improving positive mentalhealth and avoid being socially inactive• Increase your life expectancy by upto 11 years more than if you wereseverely overweightAll those attending a Lite4Life programmeare offered subsidised Swimfit passes. Formore information please turn to page 15.To find out more about the Lite4LifeWeight Management programmes pleasecontact the team on 01282 477134.

How overweight am I?What is my BMI?Health professionals use a measurement called body mass index (BMI) to find out whetheryou are the right weight for your height. BMI can help to identify whether you are at riskof weigh-related health conditions. A BMI of 25 and over is classed as overweight, and aBMI of 30 and over is classed as obese.Obesity is associated with increased health risks. This BMI chart can be helpful as a quickguide to assessing weight in most adults.96”66’56’46’36’26’16’5’115’105’95’85’75’65’55’45’35’2Height in Feet5’15’4’114’106 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 25 24Weight in Stones

Community classesWhat are the community classes?The healthy lifestyles team offer a wide variety of community classes throughout theborough as a continuation and progression of the BEEP or L4L programmes to help youmaintain your new found fitness levels.10Tell me more about the communityclassesWe offer daytime and evening sessions,with a choice of venues within our leisureand community facilities. There is a widerange of exercise classes to choose fromincluding Tai Chi, Pilates, seated Get Up& Go, low impact dance, swimming, easyexercise, circuit and gym-based exercise.All you need to do is choose the class foryou!For more information on each of thecommunity classes please turn to pages11-15.What do I need to do?The community classes are open to anyone16 years and over who live within theborough. There is no need to book - justcome along to a session. If you have oneor more medical conditions that may beeffected by physical activity we wouldrecommend you have completed eithera BEEP or Lite4Life programme beforeaccessing one of the community classes.All classes are provided at a subsidisedrate, payable at each session.For a full list of our community class timesand days please visit pointme.org.uk orfor more information on the classes pleasecontact the healthy lifestyles team on01282 477134.

B’ lite ‘n’ ActiveWhat is B’lite ‘n’ Active all about?Tackling your weight will need a lifelong commitment. It can be really hard to lose weightand you have probably tried many times in the past. You were probably successful in theshort term on some attempts but you may have found that dramatic weight loss is difficultto sustain in the long term.B’lite ‘n’ Active is a safe and effective weight loss programme promoting both healthyeating and physical activity as the only way to lose weight and keep it off long term.B’lite ‘n’ Active helps you to develop lifestyle skills which will help you towards ahealthier, fitter and lighter life.Tell me more about B’lite ‘n’ ActiveUnlike other commercial slimming clubs,the main emphasis of B’lite ‘n’ Active is theimportance of physical activity in weightloss and weight management. B’lite ‘n’Active offers you the opportunity to havea weekly weigh-in and to access two freeactivity sessions at leisure centres andcommunity centres to help you towardsyour weekly physical activity target. Asmall weekly fee applies.What do I need to do?B’lite ‘n’ Active is open to anybody 16years and above with a BMI of 25 andover. This community programme is idealas continuation after a L4L programme.We offer daytime and evening sessionswith a choice of venues.For more information or to find a classthat suits you, please contact 01282477134 or visit pointme.org.uk for a fulllist of classes available.11

Community classes12Tai ChiThis is a gentle low impact classimproving muscular strength, flexibility,co-ordination and balance. It can help tolower blood pressure and stress levels,incorporates Qi Gong – a breathingtechnique for relaxation. Cecilia, ourTai Chi instructor, originates from HongKong and has been practicing Tai Chi allher life. She has a wealth of experiencedealing with joint and mobility problemsand is qualified in Tai Chi for arthritis.AQUACISEWhether you are looking to improveyour cardiovascular fitness orrehabilitate a chronic source of pain,Aquacise can help. Aquacise can beundertaken by anyone, regardless ofheight, weight and build and is ideal forthose who have completed the AquaticBEEP programme. Exercise in the waterputs much less stress on your musclesand joints.AQUAnatalAquanatal is a wonderful form of safe exercise during and after pregnancy. Aquanatalcan help you to have a shorter labour and help to alleviate antenatal and postnataldepression. It’s fun and will give you an opportunity to meet new friends, whilstfreeing you from the weight of your pregnancy for an hour. Our aquacise teacherAnita is a fully qualified aquanatal instructor that will put you at ease. Try it and see!Community classes are FREE for Clear members

Community classesEasy Exercise - BEGINNERSOur gentle low impact class set to music,with simple but effective routines.Ideal for those more mobile, looking toimprove all over fitness levels.14Supervised gymOur supervised gym session is anextension of the BEEP or Lite4Lifewhere you have the opportunity toput your new found knowledge in toa gym workout with the reassuranceof a qualified healthy lifestyles tutorsupervising the session.STRICTLY Padiham –An introduction to danceStrictly Padiham includes modernballroom, modern Latin and popularsequence, ideal for those who are newto dancing or haven’t danced for sometime and want to regain confidence indancing. This fun class helps improvemobility, balance, co-ordination andgeneral fitness. Our dance teachersGerald and Margaret have many yearsof teaching experience and aim to makebeginners feel comfortable in a relaxedenjoyable environment.Community classes are FREE for Clear members

Cardiovascular Health programmeCardiovascular Rehabilitation and Exercise after StrokeIf you have or have had any of the following then you could be eligible for ourspecialist programme:16• Heart attack• Heart surgery – bypass, stents, valves• Angina• Heart failure• Irregular heart beat• Stroke• TIA – mini stroke• Peripheral vascular diseaseThe healthy lifestyles cardiovascularhealth team is led by Beth who hasa Masters degree in cardiovascularrehabilitation and also holds twospecialist qualifications in cardiacrehabilitation and exercise after stroke.Beth has more than 13 years experiencein rehabilitation and, with her team, isable to tailor a programme to suit youand your goals.You will have an individual assessmentprior to starting on a programme andon-going monitoring throughout the10-week programme. You will also besupported in making long term lifestylechanges to help reduce the risk of anyfurther events. Sessions include ladiesand men only, low level circuits, gymbased exercise, seated exercise and TaiChi in various venues.New for 2013Exercise after Stroke classes – specific evidence-based exercise class tohelp you return to everyday activities. To access this specialist programmeyou must be referred by your GP or practice nurse.For more information on the programme please call Beth on 01282 477134or email her at bbaron@burnley.gov.uk

Smoking clinicsIf you are thinking about taking the first step in stopping smoking our team of highlyexperienced smoking advisors offer FREE weekly walk-in group and one-to-onesessions, providing advice and support to help you stop smoking and to stay stopped.We offer a day time or evening session at the St Peter’s Health Centre, with NicotineReplacement Therapy (NRT) and Champix available.Mondays 5:30 - 7pm (new patients 6pm)Thursdays 1:30 - 3pm (new patients 2pm)The stop smoking clinic can offer you support and guidance on:• Addiction• Planning to quit• Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)• Champix• Withdrawal symptoms• Relapse prevention17For more information on how to get started please contact 01282 477134.

Culture informationPointme is a new What’s On website forresidents and communities in Burnley.Find out about all kinds of activitiestaking place locally, and discover newopportunities to meet people, be activeand get involved in your community.Pointme is simple and easy to use, andit’s completely free! Locally basedindividuals, groups and organisationscan create a profile and upload events,helping you to promote your activities,clubs or projects.Go to pointme.org.uk to find out more!Local bereavement serviceOffering help, support and advice foranyone experiencing a bereavement.Please call Cruse Bereavement Service on01772 433645Alternatively please visitwww.eastlancshealthyminds.nhs.ukMental health helpline Lancashire CareNHS Trust: 0500 639000AgeUkOffer a range of social activities andsupport for older adults - call01282 477559Contact CarersProvide support and information tocarers in the community. For moreinformation please call 01282 704604or visit www.bprcvs.co.uk19Help DirectProvide practical support guidance andinformation for all adults - call0303 333 1111

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