Team up
Jumping on board and trying new social activities comes with a myriad of benefits, aside from improved fitness and weight loss.
The social and mental health benefits are often less publicised, yet equally important. Group exercise at any age, whether it is a regular walk in the park, an after-dinner stroll, a game of lawn bowls, or mini golf, will help you make new friends and stay accountable, in addition to boosting your mood by releasing endorphins.
One the social side, being part of a group or team will put you in touch with others who share your goals, and help build a community spirit. Let’s not forget the fun side either. Group exercise, such as working out to music for instance, often includes a laugh or two, and usually start or end (or both) at a local café or licensed premises.
Studies have shown the top benefits of social exercising to be:
- It will help boost your mood.
- You are more likely to keep up momentum.
- Exercise becomes fun.
- You will keep going for longer.
- You are less likely to bail out.
- It is a great way to meet new people.
