Right now, we’re all focused on our health.

Above all, that focus is on following SA and Federal Government COVID-19 guidelines. At the time of writing, that includes staying home as much as possible, which may restrict your usual exercise routines.

If you can, maintain physical exercise as part of your daily routine. This can be of enormous benefit not only to your physical health, but your mental health too. If undertaken with members of your household, it can also be a fun bonding experience – and a great way to pass some time.

Time for Wellbeing has been a part of the Roxby community for over four years and we’ve run programs including school gardens, nature connection workshops and the Healthy Eating and Lifestyle Program (HEAL).

The breadth of these programs are an important reminder that your physical exercise may not necessarily entail running or jumping. For you, it may mean working in the garden. It may be gentle stretches on the lounge room floor. It may be ball games on the lawn with your children.

Here’s a few tips to remember:

Warm up for 5 to 10 minutes. The more intense the activity, the longer the warm-up.
Build in cardio exercises with different levels of intensity and which are suitable for your age/fitness level. You may feel you don’t have much time, but remember even 15-minutes of cardio can boost your mood!
There are many strength exercises that use your own bodyweight where no equipment is needed.
Cooling down after a workout is as important as warming up.
It’s good to stretch when you’re cooling down because your limbs, muscles and joints are still warm. Stretching can help reduce muscles cramping and stiffness.
As always, take care to adhere to your physical limitations and any advice provided by your medical practitioners.

Please follow our Facebook Page, where we’ll share regular health updates for the Roxby Downs community. We’re pleased to be a part of the enormous support and cooperation already taking place in this closeknit community.