A New Partnership for Better Mental Wellbeing
We’re delighted to announce a new partnership between Active Essex and Mind in Essex: Find Your Active, bringing together a shared commitment to improving mental wellbeing through physical activity.
At a time when many people are seeking ways to manage stress, lift their mood and feel more connected, this partnership highlights the powerful link between movement and mental health. You don’t need to be sporty or make big changes to feel the benefits. Even small moments of movement or simply getting outside for a short walk can help calm the mind, boost mood and build resilience.
Why movement matters
According to national Mind, moving more is good for our physical and mental health. Movement stimulates the release of endorphins – your body’s natural happiness boosters – helping to build resilience and leaving you feeling more balanced, energised, and ready to take on life’s challenges with a clearer mind. It can also help to:
- Manage stress
- Improve sleep
- Boost your mood
- Increase your confidence
- Manage symptoms of depression and anxiety
- Improve memory and brain function
- Improve heart, muscle and bone health
- Reduce the risk of developing some long-term conditions
We know that there are times when getting active feels difficult, especially if you’re living with chronic pain or a mental health condition that affects motivation. Others may find themselves over‑exercising or navigating challenges such as an eating disorder or body dysmorphic disorder, which can also make movement feel complicated.
If you are living with a condition, you may want to speak to your GP or a health professional before you get started, to make sure you begin exercising in a safe way.
Find out more about Find Your Active: Move for your Mind here: https://www.activeessex.org/find-your-active/