Benefits of being Active

There are lots of benefits to being activity including:

• Physical

  Physical

  • Reduced risk of some diseases including heart disease, stroke and some cancers
  • Reduced risk of physical health problems as our bodies adapt to stress
  • Healthier organs
  • Healthier bones
  • Healthier weight
  • More energy
  • Improved sleep
• Mental well-being

  Mental well-being

  • Reduced anxiety and happier moods
  • Reduced feelings of stress
  • Clearer thinking
  • A greater sense of calm
  • Increased self-esteem
  • Reduced risk of depression
• Social

  Social

  • Making friends and connecting with people
  • Reduced isolation
  • Having fun
  • Challenging stigma and discrimination