Physical Activity

Active4Life
It has been firmly established that individuals who engage in some form of physical activity are likely to live longer and healthier lives. Research shows that even moderate caloric expenditure from physical activity has significant impact on longevity. Regular physical activity halves the chance of dying from a heart attack by reducing blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as preventing obesity.
The Active4Life Awareness Day is a great opportunity to speak to a physical activity specialist; they will provide up-to-date and personalised information about getting active that will greatly increase your chances of starting and marinating a programme that would have significant impact on the rest of your life.

Active4Life – Interactive Display
The physical activity interactive display gives you the opportunity to drop in at your convenience, either on your own or with colleagues to complete a range of assessments and discuss physical activity issues that are important to you. The HEALTHYBENEFITS member of staff is a specialist who will offer advice, guidance and motivation.
At the display you can:

● Complete the YMCA step-test.
● Check out your flexibility and upper body strength.
● Record your blood pressure and your height and weight.
● Collect relevant fact sheets to support your programme.

Active4Life Workshop
A workshop is a great way to pick up information and motivation about being more active.
The style is informal with lots of opportunity for discussion. Attend this 30-minute workshop and
discover how to improve your lifestyle.
We cover:

● The health effects of inactivity
● Advantages of regular physical activity
● Barriers to exercise
● Review the exercise pyramid
● Physical Activity
● What’s the best way to start
● Do I need to join a gym?
● How do I keep it going?
● Stages of Change Model
● Initiate personalized programme design

Active4Life ‘one-to-one’ appointments
A 15 minute appointment gives an opportunity to discuss in private any physical activity related issues. So if you have recently embarked on a programme or are thinking about starting in the future this is a good time to increase your knowledge and motivation. Please book with a HEALTHYBENEFITS member of staff at the interactive display.

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