Engaging in regular exercise is essential for adults as it significantly enhances overall health and well-being. Not only does physical activity support cardiovascular health, reducing the risks of heart disease and stroke, but it also aids in maintaining a healthy weight, improving muscle strength, and boosting endurance.
Activity recommendations for adults:
- Strength training: Incorporate activities that work all major muscle groups (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders, and arms) at least twice a week.
- Aerobic exercise: Aim for 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activities or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activities spread throughout the week.
- Daily movement: Try to spread your physical activity over four to five days, or even daily, for optimal benefits.
- Limit sedentary time: Take breaks from sitting or lying down with light activity whenever possible.
Activities to achieve 30 minutes of daily exercise:
- Consider multiple short sessions of intense workouts.
- Mix moderate, vigorous, and higher intensity activities based on your comfort level.
- Take a brisk walk around the neighbourhood.
- Cycle through local parks.
- Join fitness classes
- Yoga.
Get active with #DoingOurBit!
Check out #DoingOurBit, a completely free fitness platform designed exclusively for NHS employees.
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Fitness studio exercise
Fitness Studio Exercise Videos typically feature a variety of workout routines led by certified instructors. Videos can be tailored to various fitness levels, making them accessible for beginners to advanced participants.
Follow the link to access the fitness studio exercise where you can find a variety of workouts such as Aerobic exercise videos, strength and resistance, Pilates and yoga.
Fitness studio exercise videosAcklam RUFC
The Acklam Rugby Football Club is available for anyone interested in joining and getting involved in the sport. If you’re looking to stay active, meet new people, or simply enjoy rugby.
Follow the link for more information on how to join:
Acklam Rugby ClubBack care
Back care involves practices aimed at maintaining spinal health and preventing pain or injuries. Key elements include maintaining proper posture, engaging in regular exercise, and using ergonomic methods in daily activities.
Back pain is a common issue, but there are several actions you can take o reduce the risks of developing disabling back pain.
Follow the link to find out more:
Back care awarenessIf you have experienced back pain or a back-related injury, you can self-refer to the occupational health physiotherapy service via email or telephone.
Get active!
There are so many different ways you can increase your activity!
One excellent resource is the NHS Get Active app, this is an initiative aimed at encouraging physical activity and healthy habits among users. The app typically provides personalised activity plans, tracks progress, and may offer tips and suggestions for incorporating more physical activity into daily life.
Follow the link to download the ‘Get Active apps’
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