Summer is finally here so here are some tips on why al fresco exercise is good for you!
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Physical Activity
In August 2020, Ad-Lib Training supported the Southall Active Communities team in their plan, as part of the Let’s Go Southall project to make the residents of Southall both mentally and physically healthier. Funded by Sport England…
If we are lucky, we have friends and family, or possibly a supportive boss. It could be a professional person or mentor who can provide the community of support. Sadly, in some cases there is no one…
What does community mean to you?
Is it your neighbour you’re friends with, work colleagues, attendees at your weekly running session or your LGBTQ+ community?
Community can mean different things to everyone, and after recent events some communities and knowing your role with these groups has been lost.
It has been widely reported that certain inequalities are affecting people’s health, whether this relates to their wealth, gender, or race. This is a global issue, which begins at a young age and carries through to adult life. Physical inactivity influences a wide range of health complications, which can lead to premature mortality. When looking at health as a whole, diet and physical activity should go hand-in-hand, which can also influence your mental health. These inequalities were reported prior to the pandemic, with the CMO at the time raised as a concern. Now with covid amongst us and we are at home more, how has this influenced these levels?
My work in exercise and mental health as well as my own personal journey (I still have some battles) has shown me that despite these more enlightened times, there remains a strong stigma around mental health.. What are your thoughts?
Director Denise Page is talking about inactivity, and questions what can you do in your local community to gain success? Let's share ideas..
We've caught up with one of our students to find out what motivates her to volunteer in her local community.
Here is Zillah's story.
We've had the pleasure of catching up with Sole2Soul's Founder and Owner Charlotte Evan's to discuss....
Starting an exercise programme for a non-exerciser represents a major change in behaviour and as such will be a challenge. For many, the greatest challenge is actually starting the programme..
With National Fitness Day tomorrow, check out Robin's blog on Exercise Adherence for Beginners to see how you can adjust your mindset to appeal to this clientele.