Housing association residents with mobility issues are being given the opportunity to join an exercise class taking place miles away, from the comfort of their own chairs.

A new Greenfields' class has been launched at Braintree's Tabor Centre after a successful trial.

Residents will be able to digitally join a class taking place at one of the housing association's elderly persons' scheme in Braintree run by Diane Wyatt via Skype.

James Taylor, Greenfields’ health and wellbeing co-ordinator, said: “The programme is potentially life-changing.

"Not only does it provide much-needed exercise that promotes mobility and strength, but there are several tangible outcomes for the participants; ranging from them requiring less medical treatment for ailments and conditions, to reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness.

"The programme is also beneficial for those who lead the classes; both physically and mentally.”

Chair based exercise classes take place for Greenfields' residents across the district.

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