Albury-Wodonga residents of all ages can help address the health problems facing regional Australia while getting fitter for life.Over the next 10 weeks, physiotherapy students at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Albury-Wodonga will offer classes in spinal health for participants of all ages, and strength and balance for seniors, at CSU's Community Engagement and Wellness (CEW) Centre.Program coordinator Ms Rebecca Piazza said that the classes provided important practical experience for the final year students as they prepare to embark on their physiotherapy careers."Many of our students are from rural backgrounds, and are likely to continue to care for those living in regional Australia," Ms Piazza said."These community exercise groups are one way we educate and nurture these students in their role as 'health ambassadors' for their communities."In the Smiling Spine program, students supervised by qualified staff, will help participants strengthen their backs for good spinal health, or to recover from previous injuries.The group class will run from 1 to 2pm each Monday, starting Monday 21 March, and will incorporate pilates, yoga stretches and swiss ball exercises.Students will also help seniors who have previously fallen or suffer from muscle weakness, walking problems, or poor balance, in the Falls Prevention Class.The class will run from 11am to 12 noon each Monday, starting Monday 21 March, and will include exercises to improve strength, balance, fitness, endurance and awareness.