Why should I be more active?

• Doing more activity can improve both your physical and mental health. It is one of the most important factors in maintaining a good quality of life.
• Being physically active might involve going swimming, doing an exercise class or playing a sport, but it also includes everyday things such as walking, gardening and climbing stairs. You can get the from all types of physical activity, not just from formal ‘exercise’.

• Help improve your health
• Help you look and feel better
• Improve body shape and appearance
• Give you more energy
• Reduce stress – you’ll relax more easily and feel better about yourself
• Help improve sleep
• Help maintain a healthy weight
• More social opportunities – you’ll meet other people who enjoy being active
• Provide a sense of achievement - its also something you can do with your family
• Improve your confidence
• Be fun!

Physical activity tackles many health problems. To find out more about the benefits of physical activity read on