Top tips on how exercise can help improve your wellbeing

01 April 2022

The benefits of fitness and exercise are endless, from improving health to reducing depression and decreasing stress levels.

This month we celebrate World Health Day, a day that raises awareness about keeping humans and the planet healthy.

One of the themes for this year is well-being and with physically active people having a 30% reduced risk of becoming depressed, we’ve rounded up some top tips on how exercise can help improve your wellbeing:

1-Jump in.

Did you know that swimming has been proven to help improve your mental health? Not only is it therapeutic but being in or near water creates a calming atmosphere and boosts happiness. If you’re feeling brave, cold water in particular has been known to help the body respond better to stress and help combat any feelings of anxiety.

2-Shake it off.

Not a fan of the gym floor, how about hitting the dance floor instead? This fun aerobic activity has been known to help improve self-esteem, mood and attitude. Also, because dancing gets that heart rate going it can help your body release endorphins and help fight against negative thoughts and emotions.

3- Walk it out.

Just a brisk 10 minute walk a day makes your heart healthier, helps anxiety and fatigue and reduces stress. The benefits don’t stop there, as people who walk regularly have a better quality of sleep and increased mental alertness due to the increased blood circulation to the brain and body.

4-You’ll be hooked.

Boxing not only gets your heart rate going but it directly combats feelings of stress, which is why it’s one of the leading physical activities for stress relief. Also, as it’s a combat-based activity it can seriously help boost confidence and help increase feelings of happiness and empowerment.