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Wheelchair sport opportunities

Wheelchair sport opportunities

WheelPower is the national charity for wheelchair sport, providing opportunities for disabled people to play sport and lead healthy active lives.

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Being active with a disability or health condition

Being active with a disability or health condition

An everyday guide to being active for people living with an impairment or health condition.

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NHS walking tips

NHS walking tips

NHS Live Well is a collection of webpages with fantastic suggestions for easy exercises you can do to build your confidence and improve your health and wellbeing. Walking is a...

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Couch to walking 5k

Couch to walking 5k

If you want to get more active in your everyday life, but don’t know where to start, go for a walk! From starting with just 10 steps to working up...

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Getting into running

Getting into running

The running revolution is in full swing, with more and more people taking up running for its many health benefits, but also as a social activity. Thankfully, running is a...

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Physical Activity Guidelines

Physical Activity Guidelines

Find out how much activity is enough in order to benefit your overall health.

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Couch to 5k

Couch to 5k

Couch to 5k is a simple running plan for beginners, designed to help you work your way up from nothing, to being able to run 5km in a matter of...

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Getting into solo exercises

Getting into solo exercises

Whether you just don’t have the time to go out and join a group, or you’re not used to being active so want to try and build your confidence at...

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Getting into group exercise

Getting into group exercise

Stepping into a group exercise environment can be the perfect way for some people to start becoming more active. If you’re a social animal or you just don’t think you...

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Getting into cycling

Getting into cycling

There is a whole world of cycling to discover, but from the outside it can feel like a daunting activity to get into. Thankfully, there are plenty of things you...

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Getting into swimming

Getting into swimming

Swimming is a brilliant activity that benefits the heart and lungs as well as strengthening and toning joints and muscles. The water supports the body, meaning the impact on your...

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Getting into walking

Getting into walking

Walking may be one of the most accessible activities around, but if you haven’t been regularly active for a while it can still feel daunting to step out and give...

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