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Mental health matters – changing the conversation around getting active
It’s easy to say ‘becoming physically active will help your mental health and wellbeing’. What if just getting out of bed and motivating yourself to do anything is a struggle?...
My Open Water Swimming Journey
My open water swimming journey began in June 2020: with a too tight wetsuit (it must have shrunk in lockdown!) in a managed lake with a friend. I’d tried swimming...
Are you sitting too much?
Most of us know that being active is good for our health. But more evidence is emerging that even if you exercise regularly, spending a lot of time sitting down...
Benefits of…Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a gentle form of exercise that combines deep breathing and relaxation with flowing movements. Originally developed as a martial art in 13th-century China, there is growing evidence...
Benefits of…bowls
Playing bowls is usually associated with people aged over 55, but is in fact a great way to take gentle exercise at any age, while enjoying peaceful surroundings and good...
Ladies recreational football
Women’s veterans and recreational football is becoming more and more popular. It’s all about fun, companionship and support with a little bit of football added in. There’s no need to...
Vision for an active Cranbrook
The historic market town Cranbrook sits at the extreme east of Tunbridge Wells borough in an area of outstanding natural beauty known as the Weald of Kent. With a population...
Exercising safely during winter months
During the winter months, as the hours of daylight are shorter, getting outside in the morning or evening to keep active becomes more challenging. Don’t let the darker skies beat...
Benefits of…running
Running is a popular form of physical activity. It doesn’t cost a lot and you can run anywhere and anytime that suits you. Running is a great way to get...
Benefits of…solo exercises
Exercising alone or at home, gives you the flexibility to work out when you want, where you want. Exercising on your own takes a lot of personal strength and discipline...
Benefits of…group exercise
Taking a group exercise class or joining a club and working out with your peers can be a great way to socially interact and stay on track to achieve your...
Get fit for free – trim trail
Have you made a promise to yourself be more active? Lots of us join a gym and plan to get fit, but after a few months we lose interest. There...
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