GLL Health
GLL is committed to helping you to stay fit and healthy. But if you are not feeling fit or healthy and need a little help - we are on hand too. We have specialist teams working in a number of our Boroughs dedicated to offering a specific programme, Healthwise, for those with health conditions where physical activity can improve their well being.
GLL delivers a wide range of health initiatives in partnership with a number of agencies. Programmes include:
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Healthy walks
- Weight management courses
- Musculoskeletal and back care courses
- Smoking cessation
GP Referral (Healthwise)
Healthwise members who are referred by their GPs receive an individually tailored programme and access to a number of classes and courses designed to help them manage and even improve their condition. This service is currently available in: Greenwich, Hackney and Waltham Forest. Similar services are available in: Barnet, Newham, Lewisham, Tower Hamlets, Sutton and Hammersmith & Fulham.
For more information, please contact your GP or your local Leisure Centre.
The Body Mass index (BMI) is a good way to check if you’re a healthy weight. It is used to assess weight relative to height, and is an indication of obesity and associated Health risks. It can indicate whether you're at raised risk of the serious health problems that are linked to being overweight, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and certain cancers.
Service Update
Due to the Government withdrawing its funding to Councils for the Swim4Life free swimming programme (16 and under and over 60s), the Government scheme will cease on 31 July 2010. Some Councils are choosing to continue to fund free swimming in their areas. Please visit the Borough page to see if the scheme is continuing.