April into Action: Ways to Get Active This Month
As the days get longer and the weather warms up, April is the perfect time to boost your fitness levels, shake off the winter blues, and embrace a more active lifestyle.
Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just looking to get back into the swing of things, there are plenty of ways to get moving. From swimming and aqua classes to wellness classes and walking outdoors, here are some great ways to stay active this month.
Take a Dive into Swimming
As the temperatures rise, Swimming becomes a fantastic way to stay active. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced swimmer, hitting the pool offers an excellent full-body workout. It’s low-impact, which makes it easy on your joints, and it strengthens your muscles, improves flexibility, and boosts your cardiovascular health.
Swimming Laps: If you're comfortable swimming, doing laps is one of the best ways to build endurance and improve cardiovascular health. Try doing intervals, such as swimming a few laps and then resting for 30 seconds before repeating.
Aqua Classes: Aqua classes provide a fun and gentle way to improve flexibility, strength, and balance.
Join a Wellness Class
To continuously challenge your body and make things more interesting, why not mix up one of your swims with one of our class? From SUP Yoga to Aerial Yoga, we have something for everyone. This variety will keep your workouts fresh and provides the opportunity to socialise with people who share similar interests.
Classes are fantastic way of releasing stress and improving mood, thanks to the release of endorphins during physical activity and the supportive environment of the class setting. Visit our View our timetables page to find a class that suits you!
Walk Outside and Enjoy the Fresh Air
One of the easiest ways to stay active in April is by walking outside. With the arrival of warmer weather and blooming flowers, walking can be a refreshing and rejuvenating experience. Whether it’s a stroll around your neighbourhood, a hike through the park, or a long walk on the beach, getting outside has many physical and mental health benefits.
Walking outside in nature has been shown to reduce stress, improve mood, and boost creativity. Use your walk as a time for reflection, mindfulness, or simply clearing your mind.
If you're looking for a goal, consider setting up a walking challenge with friends or family. Aim to walk a certain number of steps each day or hit a milestone of miles throughout the month. You might be surprised at how motivating it can be.