Focus Magazine October - Fitness Update

Hi team and welcome to another Fitness Update. This month let’s chat about the benefits of exercise for mental health. It’s no secret that a little movement each day can work wonders for not only your physical health but also your mental health. 

I know, when you are feeling down and out, exercising is possibly the last thing that you feel like doing, but research shows that 30 minutes of moderate exercise each day can help to manage your mental health. If you can’t do 30 minutes, start with 10, anything is better than nothing! 

When I chat with our members, it is very common for them to report that they are not only feeling better physically but also mentally since starting a regular exercise routine. Of course everyone is different and there are absolutely times when you need medical help, however exercise is a great tool to put in the kit to help boost your mental health. Members often tell us that exercise helps them to get through their day better; from managing young children or elderly relatives to stressful work environments and other challenges that we are faced with on a daily basis.

Read the full article below.