Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I be active?
Physical activity is known to improve your health and wellbeing, physically, mentally and socially. Up to 20 different medical conditions including heart disease, diabetes, cancer of the colon and osteoporosis can benefit from increased physical activity (Chief Medical Officer 2004). Exercise has been proved as effective in treating mild depression as medication especially if you are active in the great outdoors (Mental Health Foundation 2005). Physical activity, sport and exercise opportunities provide a great way for people to socialise and catch up with friends.
How much physically activity should I do?
For benefits to your general health and wellbeing adults should complete at least 30 minutes moderate intensity physical activity at least 5 times per week.
Children should complete slightly more physical activity each week, ideally one hour at least 5 times per week.
What does moderate intensity mean?
A slight increase in heart rate, breathing rate and temperature. This is different for everyone.
What is Walking to Health?
Walking to Health provides short safe and sociable walks throughout the District. There are about 10 walks locally which occur every week in Alton, Alice Holt, Bordon, Headley, Liss, Liphook, Petersfield, Rowlands Castle and Clanfield.
What is Chairobics?
Chairobics classes are chair based exercise sessions ideal for older people or less able people of any age. They are fun and enjoyable group exercise sessions set to music and aim to improve mobility, balance, strength and flexibility. Classes are available in Alton, Bordon, Petersfield, Liss and Rowlands Castle.
Where can I find out more information about local cycle routes?
There are a couple of family cycle rides in East Hants, Alton and Holyborne and Horndean and Rowlands Castle.
Where is my local leisure centre?
There are 3 public leisure centres in the District, Alton Sports Centre, Mill Chase Leisure Centre, Bordon and Taro Leisure Centre, Petersfield.
How can I get my club listed?
Please register with our website then you will be able to list your club within the Activities Directory.
Where can I find out more information about CRB checks and insurance?
Please visit the clubs and coaches section of the website for further information.
Where can I find out more information about funding opportunities for my club?
Please visit the funding section of the website for further information.
Physical activity is known to improve your health and wellbeing, physically, mentally and socially. Up to 20 different medical conditions including heart disease, diabetes, cancer of the colon and osteoporosis can benefit from increased physical activity (Chief Medical Officer 2004). Exercise has been proved as effective in treating mild depression as medication especially if you are active in the great outdoors (Mental Health Foundation 2005). Physical activity, sport and exercise opportunities provide a great way for people to socialise and catch up with friends.
How much physically activity should I do?
For benefits to your general health and wellbeing adults should complete at least 30 minutes moderate intensity physical activity at least 5 times per week.
Children should complete slightly more physical activity each week, ideally one hour at least 5 times per week.
What does moderate intensity mean?
A slight increase in heart rate, breathing rate and temperature. This is different for everyone.
What is Walking to Health?
Walking to Health provides short safe and sociable walks throughout the District. There are about 10 walks locally which occur every week in Alton, Alice Holt, Bordon, Headley, Liss, Liphook, Petersfield, Rowlands Castle and Clanfield.
What is Chairobics?
Chairobics classes are chair based exercise sessions ideal for older people or less able people of any age. They are fun and enjoyable group exercise sessions set to music and aim to improve mobility, balance, strength and flexibility. Classes are available in Alton, Bordon, Petersfield, Liss and Rowlands Castle.
Where can I find out more information about local cycle routes?
There are a couple of family cycle rides in East Hants, Alton and Holyborne and Horndean and Rowlands Castle.
Where is my local leisure centre?
There are 3 public leisure centres in the District, Alton Sports Centre, Mill Chase Leisure Centre, Bordon and Taro Leisure Centre, Petersfield.
How can I get my club listed?
Please register with our website then you will be able to list your club within the Activities Directory.
Where can I find out more information about CRB checks and insurance?
Please visit the clubs and coaches section of the website for further information.
Where can I find out more information about funding opportunities for my club?
Please visit the funding section of the website for further information.
