Explore a wealth of resources to keep you active and enhance your health. Engaging in physical activities not only promotes better fitness and weight management but also provides a natural stress-reliever, leading to improved mental well-being. Regular exercise strengthens your immune system, reducing the risk of illness and helping you feel more energetic. Whether it's a local gym, online fitness classes, or outdoor recreational options, there are numerous ways to incorporate an active lifestyle into your daily routine. Take the first step toward a healthier you by discovering these various resources that cater to your unique preferences and needs.
Websites To Help You Succeed
Yoga with Adriene
Yoga with Adriene is a welcoming and accessible yoga platform led by Adriene Mishler, a friendly and experienced yoga instructor. It's a space for people of all levels to explore yoga at their own pace, from the comfort of their own homes. With a diverse range of yoga practices, Adriene's soothing and down-to-earth approach makes yoga more approachable and enjoyable for everyone, promoting wellness, flexibility, and mindfulness in a relaxed and down-to-earth manner.
NHS Pilates for back pain
This 29-minute class focuses on improving the strength and flexibility of muscles that support the back.
Regular pilates practice can help with posture, muscle tone, balance and joint mobility. It can also relieve stress and tension.
The NHS video library also have a range of other Pilates and yoga classes for specific conditions.
Open water swimming with Wave23
We are so lucky to have the wonderful coastline and sea on our doorstep. There are many benefits to open water swimming both physical and mental. Check out this Dr Chatterjee podcast to find out more – The new science of cold exposure.
So if you want to try sea swimming but are nervous of starting, the lovely coaches at Wave23 can support you on your first steps into the water.
If you are already an experienced swimmer, Wave23 provides both open water and pool coaching sessions.
Ellingham lake in Ringwood also has dedicated open water swimming session over the summer months. Great for if the sea conditions are not favourable.
Couch to 5k
Couch to 5K is a gentle and achievable program for those looking to transition from a sedentary lifestyle to comfortably running a 5-kilometer distance. It's a step-by-step journey that makes running more accessible and enjoyable, helping you improve your fitness at your own pace.
Pilates Live
Pilates Live is an interactive and engaging platform for Pilates enthusiasts, led by skilled instructors. It's a digital space where people at all skill levels can experience the benefits of Pilates from the convenience of their own homes. With a variety of Pilates sessions to choose from, Pilates Live offers a holistic approach to improving core strength, flexibility, and overall well-being. It's a welcoming and supportive community that helps you incorporate the principles of Pilates into your daily routine with expert guidance and a friendly atmosphere.
Canicross
Canicross is a sport where you run or jog with your dog connected to you. The benefits include exercise for both and forming a stronger bond with your four legged friend by working as a team. As well as providing mental stimulation and socialisation for your dog, it is great fun for you both. It can also be beneficial for reactive dogs if they are introduce to it in the correct way.
There are several local groups:
Valhalla Canicross and Canitreck
All groups are super welcoming and cater for all levels. They can also advise on equipment for both you and your dog and often have kit to borrow to have a try first.