There are lots of different types of exercise and we each need to find one that suits us, we enjoy and can stick to. Exercise can make you feel less tired, less stressed and have an increased sense of vitality.
How much exercise should you be doing?
Adults - 30 minutes of moderate intensity activity , 5 times per week.
Children - 60 minutes of moderate intensity activity, 5 times per week.
Suggested activities:
What is provided locally?
Remember... It's never too late to start exercising. However, if you haven't exercised for a long time, have heart trouble, high blood pressure, bone or joint problems, speak to your doctor first and don't rush it! Build up activity levels slowly!
Country Parks - There are seven country parks across the County Borough offering easy access to the countryside. Visitors can enjoy walks in beautiful woodlands, wander alongside rivers and enjoy cycling on safe biking trails.
Exercise booklet for older people (PDF version 807Kb) - A simple to follow booklet giving ideas on gentle exercises that can be carried out in your own home .
M.E.N.D. - Mind, Exercise, Nutrition...Do It! - FREE fun programme for kids
to become fitter, healthier and happier!
Moving More Often - Promoting regular physical activity and movement for older people.
North Wales Outdoor Challenge - Climbing Higher - is to encourage mass participation in sport and physical activity and for people to take part in 5 x 30 minutes of exercise per weekÂ
Urban Walks - A scheme to promote walking across Wrexham.
Volunteers Programme - This is a local programme developed for people who are interested in volunteering in sports groups, schools and clubs.
Walkabout Wrexham - Walkabout Wrexham currently provides the public with 10 weekly health walks in many local communities as well as longer monthly walks for those who have progressed in their level of fitness.
British Heart Foundation - Advice on how regular physical activity can help to reduce the risk of developing heart disease.
Let's Walk Cymru - A Wales wide initiative tasked with increasing the number of people participating in walking as a regular activity.
Sports Council for Wales - This organisation is responsible for developing and promoting sport and active lifestyles. The focus is to increase levels of physical activity in all age groups of people.
Walks in Wrexham - Encouraging people living, working and visiting Wrexham to get outside and enjoy one of the many free walks that are led in and around Wrexham County Borough.