‘Carers Active April’ is back!
Led by Carers UK, the largest representative body for care providers in England, this annual campaign encourages unpaid carers to get up and active.
Events are taking place all across April to help those who care for vulnerable people and loved ones improve their physical health.
From swimming and running to dancing and gardening, there’s an activity to suit everyone - including virtual events for those who can’t attend in real life.
How can I get involved?
Sign up for Carers Active April here - Carers UK will send you updates on the latest events and activities taking place.
In the meantime, get started with these fitness videos which you can follow along with at home.
Other ways to get moving:
Go for a walk with a podcast or your favourite playlist - aim for 10,000 steps a day.
Sign up for your local gym and make it part of your weekly routine.
Try a Pilates class - not only is this a great form of exercise but has also been proven to reduce stress and improve your quality of sleep!
Download ‘Coach to 5K’ - this is a fantastic app for those who want to get back into running or try it for the first time.
Take part in the ‘Healthathon’ on Saturday 29 April, the final event of Carers Active April.
Emily Holzhausen OBE, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at Carers UK, said:
“We know that carers often put their own health and wellbeing behind the needs of the people they care for and that it can be difficult for them to find the time and energy to take part in physical activity alongside a caring role.
“Through our Carers Active April campaign, we hope to encourage carers to take the opportunity to connect with others and take steps to look after their physical and mental health. We know being active improves carers’ health, wellbeing and feelings of connectedness to others.
“If you’re a carer, why not get involved in one of the activities taking place during the month and find out more on the Carers Active April page of the Carers UK website.”
Hannah McDonald, National Partnerships Manager at Sport England, said:
“Sport England’s Uniting the Movement strategy aims to make sure that everyone - regardless of their background, bank balance, gender or where they live - has the opportunity to get active.
“Carers so often put the needs and wellbeing of others before themselves. Supported by Sport England, with the help of National Lottery funding, the Carers Active April campaign is an important initiative in helping those same people get active and gain the physical and mental health benefits of movement for themselves.”
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