Get moving
Support to get moving
Including exercise daily in your routine can really make a difference to your health. Regular exercise can lower your blood pressure, boost your immune system, help you to maintain a healthy weight and keep you feeling happier and healthier.
Adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity a week or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity activity a week.
We understand it can be challenging to know where to start but One You Kent are here to help. We can offer one-to-one appointments to help you set goals, increase your activity levels and find local activities to suit you. Fill in a referral form and a friendly advisor will call you to talk through the options in your area.
We are in the process of refreshing the ONE YOU Kent service. Referrals continue as normal, but you may be placed on a waiting list in some areas while our new provider, ABL Health, rolls out the new service. Please contact your GP if you have any health concerns.
Walking for your health and wellbeing
Walking is simple, free and one of the easiest ways to get more active, lose weight and become healthier. Almost anyone can do it, anytime and anywhere.
Walking briskly can help you build stamina, burn excess calories and make your heart healthier. It can also reduce stress and help you feel good and sleep better. Even a brisk 10-minute daily walk has lots of health benefits and counts towards your recommended 150 minutes of weekly exercise.
Join the National Walking Month Challenge to walk 31 miles between 1 and 31 May by downloading the WeRoam App via the Apple App Store for iPhone or via Google Play.
Group walks
Free group walks are an enjoyable way to discover your local area, meet new people and improve your health! They are led by volunteers along a planned route - just turn up 10 minutes early in suitable outdoor clothing and footwear.
We are in the process of refreshing ONE YOU Kent services, including East Kent Walk and Talks. Our new provider ABL Health is working with dedicated volunteers to roll out new sessions.
If you enjoy walking and want to find some more routes and meet like minded people, Explore Kent can help you find a local walking group.
Apps to help make a difference
There are lots of free apps and tools available to download that can help you improve your health and wellbeing and reach your goals.
Active 10 records your walking and Couch to 5k is a running app for absolute beginners. Discover the apps that can help you make a difference.
Everyday Active
Everyday Active aim to get ‘more people, more active, more often’.
The Everyday Active website is great for anyone looking to be more active in Kent. You can explore the different types of activities on offer in your area by using the activity finder. There are inspiring stories and blogs from local people with tips on how to be more active.
Explore Kent
Swap some screen time for the great outdoors - Kent is one big, natural playground just waiting for your family to explore! From family bike rides and scenic paddles along our quiet waterways to finding the perfect sandy corner for a beach picnic, there is a new discovery around every corner. Explore activities, walks and places to visit in Kent to help keep you active.
