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A healthier you is a happier you!
Get ready to get moving! Below we’re focusing on the benefits of exercise and how it can improve our mood and boost our wellbeing. As well as looking at the importance of staying hydrated and eating a well balanced diet - you can't really do one without the other, the perfect dream team!
Get moving with Seven Movement
Richard Chamberlain from Seven Movement gym delivers two workouts. Both 20 minutes with one focusing on strength and conditioning and the other a high intensity workout to get your heart going!
These workouts are suitable for all levels and you can get the whole family involved!
Why don't you try one out on your next lunch break?
Strength & Conditioning
HIIT
The benefits of exercise for your mental health
Do you know the real benefits of exercise and the effect it has on your mental health? This article from Seven Movement will help you understand those benefits and may also give you ideas about how you can make exercise a consistent part of your life.
Short on time?
These equipment-free 10 minute fitness exercises from the NHS are just what you need and are suitable for all levels. Why not try them out on your next break?
Yoga more your thing?
You may already have a yoga routine, or even if you dont, these quick stretches you can do at your desk will keep you feeling great throughout the day.
The great outdoors
As the days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer there is no excuse not to get outside for a walk. Did you know that by walking for just 30 minutes a day you can:
- Reduce stress levels
- Increase energy levels
- Improve sleep quality
- Help boost your immune system
- Reduce your risk of heart disease
- Increase vitamin D levels
- Increase function of your lungs
- Reduce chances of diabetes
- Improve your coordination and balance
- Clear your mind and spark some creativity
Staying hydrated and eating a balanced diet
Eating well and keeping hydrated is essential to staying healthy. These articles from Bupa are full of helpful guidance to make sure you are getting enough of the right kind of hydration and how you can enjoy a balanced and varied diet.
Staying hydrated
You can’t survive without water, it’s essential for life. Your body is made up mostly of water, which is important for lots of reasons – from removing waste products, to lubricating your joints, transporting nutrients around your body and controlling your temperature
Healthy eating
A healthy, well-balanced diet means eating food from a variety of food groups to get the energy and nutrients that your body needs. There's no one type of food that can provide all the nutrients a human body needs – so it's important to eat a wide range of foods.
Useful Contacts
If you're in a crisis and need to speak to someone:
Call NHS 111 (for when you need help but are not in immediate danger)
Contact the Samaritans - 116 123 (free to call from within the UK and Ireland), 24 hours a day or email: jo@samaritans.org
Contact the Shout crisis text line - Text SHOUT to 85258
Call the Mind Infoline (Mon - Fri 9am -6pm) - Call 0300 123 3393 or text 86463
Contact your GP and ask for an emergency appointment
If you need emergency help:
Call 999
Go to your local A&E department
Find out what other information and resources we have on our wellness and wellbeing hub!
