HEALTH

Exercise is a way of improving and maintaining physical and emotional health. Unhealthy lifestyles are the leading cause of Non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, obesity and type 2 diabetes, in recent times. Exercise is key in moving us in the right direction towards a healthy lifestyle.

ENERGY

Exercise that raises your heart rate, releases endorphins which raises your energy level. Good cardiovascular exercises will strengthen your heart and give you more stamina.

WEIGHT – SHORT TERM AND LONG TERM

Short term

Exercise is crucial to supporting a fast metabolism. It also helps you build muscle mass and lose weight.

Long term

Consistency is the name of the game. Controls weight. Reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome and some cancers. Strengthen bones and muscles. Improves mental health and mood. Improve your ability to do daily activities and prevent falls. A positive effect on ageing.

MOOD & STRESS

There is evidence that exercising in nature is good for physical and mental health. The new buzz words are:” Green exercise”. Physical activity and nature can positively affect your wellbeing. It can help improve mood and anxiety Nature can positively affect our health by helping us recover from pre-existing stresses, and future stress. It can also help us concentrate and think more clearly. A few outdoor activities ideas are: Walk for life, walking with a friend in nature, canoeing, water skiing, lawn twister, cycling, sailing, hiking, Frisbee, tennis, soccer, bird watching, horse riding, etc.