This week we are talking about ways to BE ACTIVE.

The Five in Five Challenge encourages people to look at their own level of activity and to consider doing something new, or a little bit more, to keep your mind and body active. Being active can increase your good moods, keep your body healthy, increase your muscle mass, increase your brain cells, improve how you feel about yourself and prevent or delay the onset of many illnesses.

Being active doesn’t mean you need to spend hours in the gym. Find physical activities that you enjoy and think about how you can do them every day. Minimise the time spent sitting or lying down each day to increase your health and wellbeing.

Some tips to help get going:

Start Simple

Increase your activity levels gradually. Begin with simple activities, such as walking, gardening or doing small household tasks. Take a short 10-minute walk around the block when you wake up in the morning, at lunchtime, and when you return from work.

Do what is enjoyable

Do activities you enjoy with family and friends. Over time, these activities will become easier, more interesting, relaxing, and satisfying.

Make a plan and stick to it

Work out a regular routine for being active. Don’t forget that every step counts.