HEALTHWISE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REFERRAL SCHEMEWHAT IS HEALTHWISE?The Healthwise physical activity referral scheme introduces individuals to the benefits of physicalactivity in order to help reduce risk factors for chronic disease and manage existing medical conditions. The programme is designed to encourage people of all abilities to become and remain more physically active, helping to increase fitness levels and improve health and well-being. Regular activity can reduce the risk of major illnesses, such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer.

The scheme is for Barnet residents or patients from a Barnet based GP/Doctors surgery who arenot active. It is designed to assist people with medical conditions or other specialist requirements that prevent them from entering mainstream exercise.

Common reasons for referral:• High blood pressure• Diabetes• Obesity• Asthma• Circulatory / respiratory diseases• Depression and anxiety• Arthritis.

HOW CAN BEING MORE ACTIVE HELP ME?Regular activity will help:• To keep your heart strong and healthy• To reduce stress and anxiety• To assist with weight loss and weight management• To strengthen your muscles• To improve your mobility and improve posture• To assist with smoking cessation• To improve your quality of life and overall health.

HOW WILL THE TEAM SUPPORT ME?The Healthwise team will help:• Assess and monitor your progress• Motivate and encourage you during your activity programme• Advise you on how to exercise safely and with confidence• Answer your questions.

HOW TO REGISTER

If you are interested in Healthwise then please speak to your GP or Practice Nurse who must refer you. If your GP is not registered with the scheme then please contact the Healthwise Coordinator at your local Better Leisure Centre (Barnet Copthall).

If your GP or nurse feel you may benefit from Healthwise they will need to complete a referral form and send it onto the Healthwise team. Healthwise will then contact you to make an appointment for you to attend an initial assessment with one of the facilitators. You will then be registered for a course of supervised or unsupervised activity for between 13weeks.

HEALTHWISE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REFERRAL SCHEMEHEALTHWISE CLASSESSupervised sessionGym

Copthall Leisure Centre

Monday5.00 – 6.30pm Gym

Supervised sessionGym

Burnt Oak Leisure Centre

Thursday 5.00 – 6.30pm Gym

Functional circuits Studio

Copthall Leisure Centre

Friday9.00–10.00am Studio

Supervised sessionGym

Copthall LeisureCentre

Friday 1.00–2.30pm Gym

These sessions do not need to be booked. If you can’t attend the session please call the specific centre and leave a message. Burnt Oak LC – 0208 201 0982, Copthall LC – 0208 457 9900.

CLASS INFORMATION• Book onto all classes at the reception• There are limited places on some classes so book early to avoid disappointment• Classes will be recommended during the course of your programme• Aim to add variety to your choice of classes to achieve your goals• Please notify an instructor if there is any change to your health so they can advise you accordingly• Class programme is subject to change so please check with an instructor prior to attending a class for the first time.

WORKOUT TIPS• Keep yourself challenged• Set yourself a goal for each workout• Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated• Cool down and stretch at the end of your workout• Do not exercise if you feel unwell• A positive approach will help you achieve your goals• Enjoy your workout.

GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES

You can also participate in other group exercise classes at the leisure centre - your Healthwise instructor with help you find suitable classes on the programme. These classes can be booked 6 days in advance, however, you will only be able to book it via reception due to restrictions associated to your Healthwise membership.

CONTACT USIf you have any queries relating to the Healthwise scheme, please do not hesitate to contact us:Healthwise Instructor – Billy Phillips Barnet Copthall – 0208 457 9900