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An active lifestyle is the most powerful way for a man to remain healthy. We know that regular exercise is one of the most effective ways to reduce and manage many chronic conditions and improve mental health, and that’s what makes it so vital for a healthy body and a healthy mind.
How much exercise is enough?
It’ recommended that an adult should do at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every week, including at least two strength sessions. That might seem quite a lot, but when you think about it, it’s only 30 minutes five times per week. If that seems too much to start with, then try doing 3 x 10 minute sessions every day and eventually build up. Remember something is ALWAYS better than nothing. Here are the benefits of 30 mins of daily exercise!
Exercise isn't always a chore! Try these tips to increase your activity and move more.
Grab a friend: working out with others helps with commitment and motivation
Take the more active route: when possible use stairs instead of the lift
Walking break: Use the opportunity to walk during your lunch break, home or work
Take a walking meeting: this will reduce time spent sitting at work
Join a team: sports are a great way to stay motivated
Get off early: a couple of stations or stops earlier on the bus/train
Just move: even if it’s just 10 minutes as every little bit counts
Inside the Mind of a London Marathon Runner.
Mubs - from Couch to 5K to marathon runner and the ultimate, pacer at the London Marathon
Couch to 5k!
Suzanne couch to 5K participant said it was great to run with others and to meet colleagues from different departments. She'd felt lethargic previously, and needed some motivation to do something healthy. Mubs, Mez and all the coaches were extremely encouraging. The Couch to 5K was great as it was gradual. Suzanne remembers feeling very proud when she was able to run for 20 minutes continuously. It was was terrible weather when they embarked on their first Park Run but they did it and the sense of achievement felt amazing.
Left - Ethan, Farhat, Mubarak, Kush, Rebecca, Suzanne and Mez, coaches and our first Couch to 5K finishers since Sports & Social relaunch in 2022
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