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Why Are We Not Exercising?

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Dr Tim Henwood is the Principal Consultant at AgeFIT Solutions and is a strong advocate for better health practices in the aged care sector. He has seen firsthand the benefits of evidence-based client health journeys and has a reputation as one of Australia's leading reablement experts. His work prioritising physical, social and mental health care planning continues to positively affect the lives of older adults nationally. The Art of Healing spoke with Tim after listening to him speak on a panel about being at home with complex dementia at the 2024 Dementia Conference in Sydney.

The importance of regular exercise is still not getting through – why do you think this is?

Common issues for not regularly exercising or engaging in physical activity are time, access and knowledge. Busy lives have people overwhelmed by work or family commitments, prioritising other things besides their health. When you add to

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