Find out about keeping fit
The benefits of keeping fit
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There are a variety of benefits to keeping your fitness:
- reduce the risk of major illness
- increase energy levels
- increase concentration levels
- help combat anxiety and depression
- stronger bones
- increase self-confidence
- better quality of sleep
How do I start to keep fit?
There are a number of exercises, activity and wellbeing options available. You may decide to:
- walk more
- join the local leisure centre
- join a sports club
- go swimming
- quit smoking
- have a healthy working environment
- begin a healthy diet
For local leisure centre classes and swimming pool information, please visit Westgate Leisure Centre.
For information on health events, and the importance of staying healthy, please see our Health and wellbeing section.