HealthInfo Canterbury
Ideas for keeping active
Include physical activity as a normal part of your day.
- Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate activity most days.
- Be active in as many ways you can think of. For example, take the stairs or get off the bus early and walk.
- Move more and sit less.
- Consider joining a community exercise class or programme. You can search for these on the Active Canterbury or Christchurch City Council websites.
- Ask your general practice team about the Green Prescription if you'd like more support with starting or continuing an exercise programme.
HealthInfo recommends the following pages
The following links all go to the Active Canterbury website:
- Active families and whānau
Free or low-cost activity ideas that your family can do.
- Events
Focuses on events suitable for people starting out, families or those looking for an event to work towards. Most large sports events also have a fun, social component.
- Search for activity information in Canterbury
You can search by activity and location; find a park, track or other facility; find an upcoming sport, recreation or fitness event; find cultural activities available in Canterbury (including Māori and Pacific activities); and find family friendly activities and ideas on activating kids.
On the next page: Ideas for keeping kids active
Written by HealthInfo clinical advisers. Updated October 2015.
Review key: HIKEA-53695
