Try new ways to keep #ActiveAtHome and take some time for you!
Try some new ways to keep active and healthy whilst at home! Adults should aim to take part in at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity a week. This includes building strength to keep muscles, bones and joints strong!
Whilst being at home break up periods of inactivity and make it your challenge to hit your activity goal by taking part in some fun home workout videos!
Why not get outside and take a walk, jog or run? If you have a bike, hop on and peddle to reach your goals, whilst getting in some well earned fresh air! The latest government Guidance on Access to Green Spaces can be found here
Low impact activities:
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Improve your strength and balance, and reduce your risk of having a fall, by following our top tips to stay active and stay steady.
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Be creative with everyday items around your home and use our Twilight activity plans for ideas which will help you stay active.
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Yoga is a safe and effective way to increase strength, flexibility and balance that can lead to improvements in both your physical and mental wellbeing.
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Take part in a range of online workouts from the comfort of your own home.
Helping older people stay active at home
A simple set of exercises designed especially for older people to help everyone stay active at home.
Being active with long-term conditions
Click here for information on how to be active if you are living with long term health conditions.
Physical activity guidelines for older adults
This site has information about how much activity is best for your health and gives a variety of videos to help you improve stamina, flexibility, strength, balance and includes exercises for those who need to remain seated.
"I want to be active but I find exercise difficult"
Being more active isn't about working up a sweat. It's just about moving more each day in whatever way works for you. Here are some activities that could help.
The four physical impairment National Disability Sports Organisations (NDSOs), have released a dedicated resource to inform community members about the impairment specific traditional, online and video resources created to support them in engaging in physical activity during the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond.
Moderate impact activities:
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A library of resources to keep you active and help look after your wellbeing in the comfort of your own home.
