With autumn and winter approaching and the nights drawing in, it is easy to just curl up in front of the fire with a glass of wine. It may be cosy and comfortable, but it will not help to keep your body fit and healthy.
It is easy to take our health for granted, but we do need to eat wisely and exercise to keep everything in good working order.
If exercise were a pill, it would be one of the most cost-effective drugs ever invented. Find out how you could benefit from being more physically active by checking out the NHS website It makes interesting reading.
We are fortunate that Aberdeen City & Shire has many fitness and sports facilities, including public facilities provided by our local councils. You don’t have to spend a fortune on caring for your body, but the rewards are tremendous.
In Aberdeen you can search for your nearest public facilities at Sport Aberdeen You will find a variety of facilities at each venue including swimming, various keep fit exercise classes, gyms and sports. There are classes for all age groups and you will benefit from the social side as well.
There are many private clubs and other facilities and a good website to search is Grampian Care Data which lists a wide variety of clubs and centres, including facilities and classes for people with physical disabilities.
Why not take up horse riding? The Tillyoch Riding Centre in Cults is a first class modern facility. The Centre offers indoor and outdoor lessons and has a high reputation for quality tuition.
If you cannot find what you are looking for in your vicinity, ask your local doctor's surgery or library.
If you have not done any exercise for some time, it is good to ask your doctor for a check-up. Taking up squash at 50 if you are unfit is asking for trouble!
Any good sports or fitness centre should go through a check list about your health before you start.
