Long Term Health Conditions

Sometimes known as a Chronic Health Condition, a long-term health condition can be defined as a condition that cannot be cured but can be managed with support and a care plan in place.

Living with long-term health conditions can be difficult and individuals may find the thought of participating in physical activity daunting due to the risk of pain and/or symptoms worsening. However, research indicates that exercise and physical activity can actually help to lessen the impact of some of the symptoms. 

The following long-term health conditions can be supported with physical activity: 

• Long-COVID
• Type 2 diabetes
• Asthma
• High blood pressure
• Fibromyalgia
• Dementia 
• Mental health difficulties

We Are Undefeatable

We are Undefeatable is a nationwide movement supporting people with long-term health conditions to 'get moving' in ways suited to their ability and condition. 

Exercise Referral Schemes 

Exercise referral schemes are long-term health condition prevention and management programmes, which aims to improve the health and wellbeing of sedentary and inactive adults who are at risk of developing or who have an existing long-term health condition. These schemes are designed to help individuals self-manage their condition more effectively and with more confidence. Find more information on a scheme.