MHAW: Friday - Be Active

The benefits of being active

Research indicates that those who are more physically active are less likely to suffer from poor mental health or depression.  Plus, moderate exercise lowers the risk of heart disease and cancer as well as reduce the risks and complications associated with diabetes. Did you know that exercise can even help you to grow new brain cells?!

Need more convincing? Here are even more reasons how being active can have a positive impact on your overall health and wellbeing.  Physical activity:  

• Makes you feel happier.
• Helps maintain a healthy weight 
• builds and maintains stronger muscles and bones.
• Increases your energy levels.
• Reduces your risk of chronic disease.
• Improves your quality of sleep 
• Is fun!
• Increases your self-esteem
• Improves posture and balance

How to be 'Active'

Being active doesn't need to be overly complicated.  You can achieve this through:- 

• Integrating movement into your day by taking the stairs and walking places rather than driving if at all possible
• Yoga or Pilates
• Housework
• Dancing
• Going to the gym or swimming pool
• Playing with the kids
• Joining a local sports club where you can stay active as well as meet and connect with others
• Gardening
• Walking the dog
• Go for a bike ride
• Grab a workmate/s and head down to your local green space for a game of your choice or even just some valuable time in natural sunlight
• If you’re short on time just take a quick walk around the block, appreciate the fresh air and a chance to clear your head. It’ll do wonders for your energy levels throughout the day
• Organise a lunchtime walk, jog or bike if that’s more your thing

Find out what your fitness foundation is...

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