'I was fairly apprehensive at first, but love the Lift for Life sessions. The trainers are terrific – skilled as educators, encouraging, supportive and knowledgeable. They are tops!' Margot, 67 years   'I had never exercised regularly before, but Lift for Life has served as a good intro and I will keep up a regular weekly program from now on.' Trevor, 51 years

What is LIFT for LIFE?

LIFT for LIFE is a structured evidence-based strength training program for people with diabetes or those at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Where is LIFT for LIFE available now?

There are currently 6 providers in metropolitan Melbourne, Victoria. For a list of providers, click here.

How do I get started at these providers?

1. Download an Approval to Participate Form.
   
   
2. Visit your GP or physician and have them complete the Approval to Participate form.
   
   
3. You are now ready to contact a LIFT for LIFE provider to book an initial assessment. For a list of providers, click here.
   
   
4. Fill in the Member Details form.
   
   
5. Take the two completed forms to your initial assessment.
   

You won't believe how easy exercise can be

It’s no secret that people who take part in regular exercise get a real lift out of life. But when you haven’t exercised for a while, often the hardest part is getting started. Some people find it difficult to get motivated and others are just not sure where to go.

That’s why the International Diabetes Institute developed Lift for Life – a unique strength training program that makes exercise easy for people with, or at risk of, diabetes. Backed by medical research, Lift for Life is designed to suit people of all ages and fitness levels. And best of all, it’s easy to get started.

Give your diabetes a workout

Lift for Life is a strength training program designed specifically for people with diabetes or those who are at risk of developing it. Strange as it may sound, Lift for Life is also designed to make exercise easy. You can work at your own pace, with plenty of help and encouragement along the way to achieve your goals.

Through Lift for Life you can work towards reaching any of the following goals:

• better diabetes control
• increased muscle strength and tone
• a healthier weight
• stronger bones
• improved flexibility, balance and posture
• improved mood and increased energy.

Above all, Lift for Life is about improving your quality of life and enjoying the things you used to do. Even simple things, like gardening or shopping, will become much easier once you start Lift for Life.

What makes it so easy?

• You receive your own tailored strength training program – you start at a safe level and progress as your strength increases
• Accredited Lift for Life Trainers guide you through your program providing support and motivation
• Sessions are conducted in small groups of 8-12 people. This guarantees a supportive environment with plenty of individual attention from your Trainer
• You only need to attend 2-3 strength training sessions per week to see results
• Regular session times make it easy to plan ahead and establish a routine that fits in with your lifestyle
• You are assessed every 8 weeks to help monitor your progress and keep you on track to reach your goals

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Medical and Health Professionals information or call 1300 733 143.

Health and Fitness Professionals information or call 1300 733 143.

Contact Us

Lift for Life - International Diabetes Institute
250 Kooyong Road
Caulfield Victoria, Australia 3162
Ph: 1300 733 143
Fax: 03 9258 5065

liftforlife@idi.org.au

Lift for Life is supported by funding from the Australian Government.