Exercising and being active is important for your physical and mental health. Experts describe it as the “wonder drug” as it lowers anxiety and stress, improves your mood and increases fitness and strength.
Generally people need at least 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity at least 5 days a week. It is also important to break up periods of not moving, such as sitting at a desk, by moving around every hour or so.
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We all have busy lives and competing priorities, and it can be hard to find the time and the motivation to exercise. Here are some tips to get you going.
Being active does not have to mean paying for expensive gym memberships. There are many ways to be active that don’t cost the earth.
Spunout has more information on affordable exercise and tips on ways to get active without a gym membership.
Find more tips and information about managing your weight at gov.ie/healthyireland