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[Bdazzle]

There are some video games that are physically interactive, e.g., the Wii games.

[Margot]

It's intersting how exercise is often the last thing we want to do when we feel tired and lacking motivation...and yet once we do it, we feel more energised and motivated @PatchouliRose! Great to hear it helps with clearing your mind too @melq83

That sounds like a great plan @BlueBay

[melq83]

@BlueBayi wish i was that close! i think i would go every day if i did! im an hour away from our closest one so that makes it abit hard for me. 

[Margot]

The World Health Organisation recommends adults engage in a combination of moderate intensity aerobic exercise and strength training each week. There are so many different kinds of ways to get active and what works for one person, might not feel like the right fit for another. From walking to the mailbox to going to the gym – every bit of exercise counts. And in fact, the exercise worth doing, is any exercise that’s enjoyable (at least some of time time) and sustainable for you, your ability, and your lifestyle. 

What type of exercise do you enjoy? Do you prefer to exercise alone or with others? How might you be able to fit exercise into your daily routine?

[Margot]

Active gaming can be a really fun way to exercise @Bdazzle  👾

[BlueBay]

I'm very lucky where I live but I don't use it to my advantage. My anxiety is high at the moment just talking about all this. I will try to write up a plan and tslk eith my GP 

great suggestion cause I do love the beach. 😊

[PatchouliRose]

@Margot Yeah.  I think it's just a matter of taking the first few steps.

[Margot]

The Benefits of Exercise

• Improved mood
• Improved confidence
• Reduce risk of relapse of depression
• Improve confidence
• Improve social connectedness
• Distraction from a busy mind or unhelpful thoughts
• Improved sleep
• Provides a sense of achievement
• Reduced stress
• Helps with anger management
• Helps with relaxation
• If exercising outdoors, connects us with nature and sunlight (important for our health and our sleep)
• Improves general health

[BlueBay]

Yeah I agree @PatchouliRose the first few steps are the hardest. 

[BlueBay]

@Margot

All great benefits 😊