Find an Exercise Program That Works For You - Brad Allen

“You don’t have to be in the Senior Olympics to remain active and healthy…”

Brad Allen, Executive Director of the NC Senior Games, reminds us of the importance of finding an exercise and balance program to stay strong and independent, such as swimming, walking, playing pickleball, doing tai chi and more! Find what works for you and watch some amazing Senior Games folks on the track, including a 99-year old winner!  Explore StandingStrongNC.org to find local exercise programs and other steps to prevent falls.

Standing Strong NC

Standing Strong NC is a new statewide initiative and public awareness campaign to prevent older adult injuries and deaths from unintentional falls. Standing Strong NC was created by the NC Center for Health and Wellness at UNC Asheville (NCCHW), in partnership with the North Carolina Falls Prevention Coalition (NCFPC).

The mission of the Standing Strong NC initiative is to prevent falls and save lives! Standing Strong NC raises awareness among older adults in NC about the impact of falls and helps North Carolinians find practical tips on how to prevent falls. Last year in NC, four adults died every day due to a fall and many more were injured. Falls are not a normal part of aging, and most falls are preventable. The campaign website has numerous tips and resources with simple steps to reduce fall risk. Watch our public service announcements and explore StandingStrongNC.org to find action steps that you can take! #StandingStrongNC