Keeping active
Why it matters
No matter how much you do, physical activity is good for your body and mind. Adults should aim to be active every day. Some is good – more is better still.
It helps you feel strong, keeps you moving may help reduce pain and will likely bring a smile to your face.
Do it alone, do it with a friend or use it as a way of making new friends!
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Getting started
Walk for 10 minutes a day and build it up from there! Get off a bus stop early, walk around the block or local park.
For more ideas:
- Join the Movement | Sport England
- Useful apps such as couch to 5K and/or active 10!: Get active – Better Health – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
- Get active at home for top tips without needing to leave you home
- Activity Alliance – activities encouraging people with disabilities to do more physical activity
- Get Berkshire Active − Active at Home
What is available in Reading
There is a huge range of opportunities to get involved in. Please see Reading Services Guide and our Active Reading page for more information.
Last updated on 26/03/2025
Keeping active