Tag: Be Active
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Why being sedentary isn’t the same as being physically inactive
Have you ever wondered why your smart watch tells you to move every hour? It is of course trying to increase your physically activity levels but, more importantly, it’s trying to break up the periods of time you spend sedentary. Sedentary behaviour is any time that you spend sitting, reclining…
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Walk your way to health and wellbeing
Being more active is good for us all, in so many ways. But that doesn’t mean we all have to go to the gym or take part in a competitive sport – there are lots of ways to get moving. Recently we talked about dancing, today we’re going to look at…
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Outdoor gyms in Telford: everything you need to know
Telford’s outdoor gyms can help you stay healthy – all for free. But how do you use them, and where are they?
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Feel the difference of nature – be active in Telford’s green spaces
Exercising when surrounded by nature can boost your wellbeing in a way other locations cannot.
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Five ways to improve wellbeing by being active
Being active improves how we feel. You don’t need to be super fit though – a little regular activity can go a long way to improving wellbeing.
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How I tracked my calories and exercised to lose 5 stone
By taking it slowly and making small changes to my life I managed to lose 5 stone. Now I am hoping to run a 5K.
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How I used apps and the Better Health campaign to live healthily
Twenty minutes of exercise three times a week had a massive impact on my health. There is lots of help and support to help you do the same.
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Health and wellbeing needs to be the business of business
Any workplace can play an important role in improving health and wellbeing – often to the benefit of the whole organisation.
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7 simple ways you can get moving this summer
Are you struggling to get motivated to get active this summer? Here are a few simple ways in which you can incorporate some fitness into your busy schedule.
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How the Daily Mile is having a positive impact in one Telford school
The Daily Mile improves concentration in lessons, gives pupils time to unwind and improves physical health.
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Are you sitting comfortably? Then you need to stretch your legs
Sitting down for too long can lower your metabolism – affecting your bodies ability to digest food.
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7 ideas to keep your family active during the summer break
In the modern age of tablets, mobiles, TVs and videogames it has never been more difficult to keep your kids active and moving over the summer holidays. Don’t despair. We’ve pulled together 7 ideas on how you and your family can spend an hour each day being active and socialising.