Move it or Lose it with Fiona Clayton

06/09/2026

We know that five servings of vegetables and fruit a day does us good. In this routine Julie has put together five moves to build strong legs. Simple, quick but effective

Try these daily leg strengthening exercises for seniors to build st...

02/09/2026

Fantastic story and evidence of the effectiveness of “Sit to stands”. We’ll be doing some of these in my Leamington class tomorrow 👍

From one sit-to-stand to 50 a day 💛
Lucy has attended Move it or Lose it classes with instructor Chris for several years, but one exercise proved especially valuable when her husband, Alun, became seriously unwell.
After losing a stone in two weeks, he was so weak that he could barely stand. Lucy gently encouraged him to try a sit-to-stand.
With help, he managed just one.
The next day, he did one again. By the end of the week, he had built up to ten.
Now, Alun does 25 sit-to-stands every morning and 25 every evening. He is back to gardening and regularly walks a mile to collect the newspaper.
And the tables have turned! When Lucy recently complained of feeling stiff, Alun suggested that she should start doing her sit-to-stands too.
“Oh, the irony! Needless to say, I have done as I was told!”
Lucy and Alun both turned 80 this year. Their story is a wonderful reminder that starting small and staying consistent can make a real difference to strength, confidence and independence.
Thank you to Lucy, Alun and Chris for sharing it with us. 💛

26/08/2026

Planning tomorrow’s class and, of course, it’s going to include a tribute to the wonderful Dolly Parton. I’m reviving routines to my two favourite Dolly tracks - “Here You Come Again” and “9 to 5”. RIP Dolly x

24/08/2026

I’m learning a new ‘warm up’ for my classes tomorrow. It’s a lovely routine shared by Lucy, another Move it or Lose it instructor, on our pages. Community is such a big part of MIOLI - I get a lot of support from the community of instructors across the country, and we then pass that on in our classes. Research has shown that social connection is a key element to staying healthy as we age and MIOLI contributes through fun and friendly exercise classes for the over 60s where everyone is welcome.

06/08/2026

Here’s some brain boosting exercises from Julie. Great for a hot day!

Try these simple brain fitness exercises for seniors to challenge y...

30/06/2026

A little care helps your band last longer 💜💚
Resistance bands are a brilliant way to build strength, keep muscles working and support everyday movement — but just like any piece of exercise equipment, they need a little care to stay safe and effective.
Here are a few simple ways to look after yours:
✅ Don’t overstretch it
Stretching your band too far can weaken it and increase the risk of it breaking. Ask your instructor for advice if you’re unsure which strength of band is right for you.
✅ Clean it gently
Avoid harsh detergents or sanitising sprays. Wash your band in warm soapy water, dry it on a towel, then hang it up to dry away from direct heat or sunshine.
✅ Keep it away from sharp objects
Avoid using or storing your band near anything sharp or rough that could puncture, nick or damage the material.
✅ Store it safely
Don’t leave your band outside, in a cold place, in direct sunlight or near heat sources, as this can make the material weaker or brittle.
✅ Check it regularly
Look out for small tears, thinning, fraying or signs of wear. If your band looks damaged, it’s time to replace it.
With good care, a resistance band used by an individual will usually last around 12–18 months, but it should always be replaced sooner if there are any signs of damage.
A little care helps keep your band safe, strong and ready for your next class.

29/05/2026

Because how you age is how you live 💜
Staying active isn’t about pushing harder. It’s about moving smarter, building strength, improving balance and feeling confident in your body every single day.
At Move it or Lose it, we help you stay strong, steady and independent, so you can keep doing the things you love for longer.
It’s not about adding years to your life.
It’s about adding life to your years.

19/05/2026

Exercise snacks in My Weekly Magasine

17/05/2026

Our bones need impact to stay strong. Here Julie demonstrates four simple exercises to do at home for strong bones

4 Easy Bone Strengthening Exercises for SeniorsWant to keep your bones strong as you age? These 4 easy bone strengthening exercises for seniors are simple, e...

08/05/2026

Music plays a big part in a Move it or Lose it class and it turns out it’s not just about the feel good factor - important as that is….

🎵 What if music is doing more for your brain than you realise — and you could use it to your advantage?
We often think of music as something we enjoy.
But new research suggests it may be doing something much more powerful —
👉 changing how the brain functions.
From increasing blood flow…
to strengthening connections between brain cells…
to influencing memory, mood and coordination…
Music activates multiple systems at once.
The interesting part?
👉 How you use music may matter just as much as listening to it.
👇 We break down what the science says — and how to use it — in our latest Turn Back the Clock: The Age-Defying Edit