increasing physical activity
Our team of Health Trainers are here to help you to create long-term results through realistic adjustments in habits and behaviours.
Together, we can build a personalised plan that will support sustainable weight loss, whilst building your confidence and boosting fitness levels.
Small changes = big impact
Physical Activity is a great way to burn calories and has shown to increase endorphins which are great for our wellbeing.
The physical activity guidelines for adults are to get at least 150 minutes of moderate activity per week or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity activity per week
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This could look like:
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A 25-minute brisk walk every day of the week, using legs instead of the car by parking a little further away from your destination.
Playing sports with friends or part of a club once a week.
A 5 minute walk every 2 hours on the hour which would be great to break up your day and build a healthy lifestyle routine.
Joining in with one of our Wellbeing Walks.
Cycling or Swimming at a manageable steady pace for an hour 2 times a week.
Playing a walking sport such as walking football or walking netball twice per week.
Did you know ...?
Losing just 5% of your body weight can produce significant health benefits and reduce the risk of developing diseases like type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
(British Nutrition Foundation)
Local activities to join
Wellbeing Walks
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If you're wanting to take up walking or are looking for a place to meet new people, join in a local Wellbeing Walk led by our volunteers at locations across Northumberland.
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See further details and register your free place at an upcoming Wellbeing Walk below, or simply turn up.
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If you'd like to speak to someone first, you can contact the Health Trainer team via email or call 01670 623 840.
Multiple DatesTue, 26 NovPrudhoe26 Nov 2024, 10:00 – 11:30Prudhoe, Eastwoods Park, Eastwoods Rd, Prudhoe NE42 5DT, UK
Multiple DatesThu, 01 AugManor Walks Shopping Centre01 Aug 2024, 10:00 – 12:00Manor Walks Shopping Centre, Hub at, Retail Park, Manor Walks Shopping Centre, Cramlington NE23 6YB, UK01 Aug 2024, 10:00 – 12:00Manor Walks Shopping Centre, Hub at, Retail Park, Manor Walks Shopping Centre, Cramlington NE23 6YB, UKJoin us from Cramlington Hub every Thursday for a walk! The group meets at 10:00am for a walk around Cramlington and finishes back at the hub. Although we mostly cover paths on our walking route, we do recommend you wear appropriate footwear. Complete the RSVP to let us know you plan to join us.
Multiple DatesThu, 11 JulBlyth11 Jul 2024, 10:30 – 11:30Blyth, Bridge Street, Blyth NE24 1DJ, UK
Places for Leisure / Ramblers Walks​
Our Places for Leisure/Rambler Walks are for people who are already active walkers/hikers and are a great way to step up your activities with like-minded people.
In order to join a Places for Leisure/Rambler Walk, please check the table below and the Ramblers Northumberland page for further details: Wellbeing Walks (ramblers.org.uk)
​You can also contact your local Walk Coordinator via email or call 01670 623 840.
Location | Day | Meeting point |
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Wooler | Thursdays | Cheviot Centre |
Wark | Tuesdays | Post office |
Stocksfield | Mondays | Railway Station |
Ponteland | Tuesdays | Leisure Centre |
Pegswood | Fridays | Community Hub |
Newbiggin | Thursdays | Leisure Centre |
Morpeth | Thursdays | Leisure Centre |
Hexham | Mondays | Leisure Centre |
Cramlington | Mondays | Leisure Centre |
Corbridge | Wednesdays | Coigns Corner |
Blyth | Thursdays | Leisure Centre |
Berwick | Wednesdays | Theatre |
Bellingham | Wednesdays | Marketplace |
Ashington | Wednesdays | Leisure Centre |
Activities from Age UK
Age UK
Age UK runs a variety of activities across Northumberland.
Click here or on the image on the left to download Age UK's latest activity leaflet.
Now is a good time for a fresh start
Take the first step towards a healthier
lifestyle by contacting us today.
Complete the contact form, call
01670 623 840 or email healthtrainers@northumberland.gov.uk and a member of the team will come back to you.