To help get Australians moving this Christmas, the National Heart Foundation of Australia has launched the Heartmoves video/DVD - a new low to moderate intensity exercise program specially designed for all fitness levels, needs and ages.
Based on the Heart Foundation's successful Heartmoves program for GPs and fitness leaders, the Heartmoves video/DVD provides a safe option for physical activity at home. Heartmoves is suitable for people managing stable conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, type II diabetes and osteoporosis, as well as those who want to regain lost condition or who are commencing exercise again after a prolonged break.
For people who are already on the move and keen to measure the distance traveled, calories burnt and the number of steps taken, the Heart Foundation's pedometer is the perfect Christmas gift.
The Heart Foundation pedometer, judged favourite in a recent Choice magazine survey, is a compact, easy-to-use device that can be clipped onto a waistband. Every pedometer comes with an easy-to-read instruction booklet which features tips, advice and an activity planner designed to help set goals and track improvements from week to week.
The Heart Foundation's Deliciously Healthy cookbook is another great gift solution for those wanting to cook a healthy and festive lunch or dinner.
Deliciously Healthy has over 100 mouth-watering recipes which are healthy, full of flavour and easy to prepare. It also features healthy eating tips and all recipes have been analysed by nutritionists to ensure they meet strict Heart Foundation guidelines on fat, sodium (salt), dietary fibre and added sugar.
The Heart Foundation also has a stylish range of heart themed Christmas cards and products. Proceeds from sales of every product will go towards funding life-saving research and prevention programs, so every purchase will also help give the gift of life to others.
The Heart Foundation Heartmoves video/DVD ($24.95), Pedometer ($49.95), Deliciously Healthy Cookbook ($20) and the heart themed gifts and cards are available online at
www.heartfoundation.com.au or phone 1300 550 282.