While many people know that engaging in more physical activity could improve their health, finding the motivation to hit the gym is easier said than done. In today’s “always-on” world, it can be tricky to fit a workout session into your jam-packed schedule.
MoreWe are here again, another New Year, with the usual messages; New Year, New You, time to lose weight, stop smoking, stop drinking alcohol, get active, the same messages you’ve no doubt seen every year.
MoreFor the majority of us reading this; we may well be doing so at home… The weather outside might be fine yet we’re unable to enjoy it, we might have jobs, busy lives outside of home that are temporarily on hold, people we can’t see right now and things we love to do but simply can’t at the moment.
MoreNearly always when gatherings and get-togethers are temporarily put on hold, entertainment and the arts are the things that we all miss the most. As important parts of our lives, they bring us together in a way that few things can.
MoreIt is fair to say there is more than a little negativity around these days, as many of us are dealing with massive changes in our daily routines and the possibility of suddenly having a lot more spare time on our hands at home it can feel impossible to see any positives.
MoreWhen it comes to physical and mental health, even brief periods of physical activity can have a positive impact on things like our mood, appetite, balance and mobility. For older people, these things are all important but particularly challenging if we are going through periods of isolation and loneliness.
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