WHAT IS IT?
The GP Exercise Referral scheme is a 10 week scheme which GP's
or other health professionals can refer patients with health
conditons for exercise. This gives them opportunity to participate
in regular physical activity to improve health, well-being and
bring about lifestlye changes.
Who qualifies for exercise referral?
Patients must be inactive (less than 30
minutes of moderate intensity activity twice a week) and have a
health condition that could be improved with regular physical
activity. Conditions for which patients can be referred
include:
- Weight management
- Well controlled asthma
- Diabetes type I and II
- High blood pressure
- Raised cholesterol
- Osteoporosis
- Depression
- Stress
- Arthritis
- Poor balance and mobility
- Lower back pain
How do I get referred?
If you would like to participate in regular
physical activity or if you suffer with any of the conditions
above, you must be refered by your GP who will complete a
referral form and forward it on to Active Lifestyle. Once the
referral form has been received, you will be contacted by an
exercise referral instructor who will book you in
for your first assessment and provide you with a ten week
exercise programme tailored to your abilities and
requirements. Ongoing support will be offered to
you throughout the 10 weeks.
Where does it happen?
Exercise referral is offered at the following facilities within
Melton, operating with fully qualified exercise referral
instructors.
Gym sessions are available at: Waterfields
Leisure Pools
How much does it cost?
Each session costs £2
What happens at the end of the course?
Once you have completed the 10 week course, you will be offered
a discounted rate membership to join the leisure centre.
The completion of the programme is not an
end-point but the beginning of a lifestyle change incorporating
regular physical activity to make positive health benefits.
The referral team will inform you of the discounted membership
option that is available as well as discuss other physical
activity options that are available within the borough.
Benefits of the scheme
- Significant health improvements
- A safe introduction to exercise
- Suitable qualified instructors who are aware of your own
personal requirements
- A fantastic opportunity to meet new people
- Increased sense of well -being
CONTACT US
If you would like any further information about the scheme then
please feel free to contact:
Melton Borough Council
Tel: 01664 502502
Email: sports@melton.gov.uk
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