To showcase Mental Health Awareness Week this week 13th – 19th May .

We will be encouraging our staff and clients to

‘Find moments for movement every day’

Life gets busy and it can feel like we don’t have time to spend on activities to improve our wellbeing. But, finding moments for movement throughout the day might be easier than you think.

How often do you find yourself ‘waiting’ throughout the day?

• Waiting for the kettle to boil;
• for your children to come out of school;
• for a bus to arrive; or
• for a delivery.

These moments can add up. If you use the time to get moving, that will add up too.

You could …

• march on the spot,
• do some stretches, or
• try some chair exercises.
• Go for a walk outside,
• try some yoga,
• go swimming,
• dance on the spot or
• join a gym

Movement is a great way to enhance our wellbeing. It can clear the mind and help us feel better about our bodies and improve self esteem. Even a short burst of 10 minutes’ brisk walking can boost our mood and increase our mental alertness and energy. It can also help reduce stress and anxiety and help us to sleep better.

Finding moments for movement everyday can make such a massive difference to our wellbeing.

The Mental Health Foundation has listed some fantastic supportive information via the link.