Content originally from Active Essex
It’s time to explore the endless possibilities that new forms of movement and activity can offer! Step
out of your comfort zone and embrace the unfamiliar on your movement journey, as trying
something new can transform your approach to physical activity.
The beauty of trying something new is that there’s no restrictions. Age, background and ability will
only help filter what activities are on offer, not cause barriers! Active Essex have a range of resources online that are a helping hand in identifying activities that will fit your lifestyle and routine. The How Do I Get Started page alongside other resources for those with more specific needs are great starting points ( https://www.activeessex.org/how-do-i-get-started/ ).
These pages could direct you to a local group where you can move with like-minded residents and
make new friends or to videos online that you can delve into whenever suits you, dance workouts
could be for you, the fun is in giving it a go! Experimenting at home with the online resources can
encourage taking this activity further by joining a class or group, reducing the fear of judgement or
lack of knowledge.
At Active Essex, it’s important residents embrace the joy of exploring activities. This was reflected at
the Essex School Games, it was an opportunity for pupils from across Essex to experience activities
they may not have heard of or had the chance to participate in. Alongside the competitions for
medals, there were carousel sessions incorporating outside dance, taekwondo, archery and more!
Events outside the school environment could spark a passion that can be carried into adulthood.
Busy lifestyles with work, family and other commitments can often appear as a barrier to physical
activity, however adopting a routine where movement is a priority can make daily stresses
manageable. Cycle to Work Day occurs at the start of August and could be a catalyst for trying
something different that increases active minutes in the day. Actively commuting to work, parking
further away to increase steps or turning meetings into walking ones are all new changes that can
not only help physical wellbeing but gives you time back to reconnect and refresh to boost your
mood and mental health. Reshaping your routine by adding in these active changes can help you add variety to your day and you will notice the difference this can have on your wellbeing.
Finding something you love and refreshing your routine can help you foster a deeper connection
with your physical and mental wellbeing. Make sure to share your journey with others as well as
your own discoveries could inspire others!
Visit: www.activeessex.org/find-your-active
https://www.activeessex.org/move-with-us/
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