Extra Time Fitness
This session is focused on getting moving, encouraging people to keep active no matter their age and having fun. It is a light-hearted session which aims to introduce you to safe and achievable workouts no matter your fitness level you can do seated exercises, bodyweight exercises, or push yourself to start using weights (items around the house) for that extra satisfaction. You can also keep yourself active between sessions in many ways by doing jobs around the house, gardening, going for a walk and cycling to name a few.
This will be taking place online via zoom over lockdown but will resume face to face when it is safe to do so. Our group also enjoy a social lunch after the sessions once a month to really get to know each other better. Our sessions will be taking place on Tuesday mornings 10-11am on Zoom from Tuesday 19th January and is open to any age. If you wish to register your interest by clicking on the link below.
Every Tuesday
10 - 11 am
Online
Positively Impact your Mental Health With Sport
Even short bursts of regular exercise has a proven positive impact on mental health. Which is why joining us for regular Fitness Sessions could be the first step for better mental health for you. Here are just a few ways in which sport and physical activity can positively impact your mental health.
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Improve your Mood: Exercise releases feel-good hormones, which tell your brain to improve your mood. Recent studies showed that people who categorised themselves as feeling low noted a significant improvement in mood after they undertook physical activity.
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Reduce Stress: People who partake in regular physical activity often have lower stress levels.
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Increase Self Esteem: Exercise can often help you to feel better about yourself.
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Tackle Depression and Anxiety: GP's often prescribe regular exercise as part of a Mental Health programme to help sufferers of Depression and Anxiety. Taking part in regular activity and sport empowers individuals to self manage their recovery.
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Sleep Better: Physical Activity will help to tire you out during the day and therefore help you to get a better nights sleep.
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Connect with new people: Sporting activities provide the opportunity to connect with like-minded new people, without the pressure of finding a common ground.
