• Helps lower blod pressure, particularly in middle-ages people

OBESITY / OVERWIEGHT

• Burns energy and preserves lean muscle mass
• Is important for losing wieght and controlling weight
• Most effective when combined with a healthy diet

OSTEOPOROSIS

• Will help keep your bones strong
• Helps improve posture and muscle strength

STRESS / DEPRESSION / ANXIETY

• Improves mood
• Helps relieve depression and stress
• Increases feelings of wellbeing

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EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

WALKING: is convenient, safe and cheap. Walk on your own or in a group.

SWIMMING or AQUAFITNESS: are good for almost everyone especially people with arthritis.

DANCING: try something new and enjoyable!

GARDENING: enjoy the rewards of activity, fresh air and fresh vegetables.

VACUUMING the floor, WASHING the car, MOWING lawns, GATHERING pipis are all examples of activity.

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To find out more about the Green Prescription programme contact Sport Northland on phone 0800 ACTIVE (0800 228483), or speak to your doctor, nurse or osteopath at your next appointment.

Once you have been given a Green Prescription, a support person from your area will contact you to provide you with support and advice to help you become more physically active. Your patient support person will:

• Help you keep an eye on your progress.

• Help you find activities in your community, such as:

local walking groups

line dancing

aquafitness or swimming

cycling groups

• Introduce you to groups of people just like you