There are loads of reasons why it’s good to get active:

• It keeps you at a healthy weight and also helps to keep your muscles toned and strong
• It’s good for your heart and lungs – it can get your heart pumping and give it a good workout which helps make it stronger
• Regular physical activity will improve how your brain works and help you get better at concentrating
• When you’re active, your body releases chemicals called endorphins, which can give you a natural high and make you feel brilliant!

How can I be more active?

If you think you have to be mega sporty to keep fit think again…

There are loads of ways you can give your body the burst of activity it needs to stay strong and healthy. By making changes to your lifestyle you can become more active without even really noticing that much. Here are some ways:

• Cycle to school instead of catching the bus
• Get off the bus a few stops earlier than normal – make sure you know where you’re going and have enough time
• Walk to school and use a pedometer to count the number of steps (or count yourself)
• Stick your fave tunes on and have a boogie in your bedroom.
• Use stairs instead of lifts or escalators and see how fast you can climb them
• Go for a walk with your mates. Don’t get lost though - always make sure you know where you’re going and tell someone where you’ve gone.

What clubs and activities can I get involved with?

There are loads of clubs and activities you can get involved with in Hull. Check them out:

Link to the what’s on part of the main website and directory

Joining a club is a great way to make friends and get even more active.

Leisure centres

There are loads of things you can do at leisure centres, check out what’s on.

• Albert Avenue Pool (01482) 614 826
• Costello Stadium (01482) 331 315
• Beverley Road Baths (01482) 615 986
• East Hull Pools (01482) 331 303
• Endeavour Sports Centre (01482) 331 156
• Ennerdale Leisure Centre (01482) 331 136
• Hull Arena (01482) 325 252
• Woodford Leisure Centre (01482) 331 322
• Princess Elizabeth All Weather (01482) 331 136
• Rosmead All Weather Facility (01482) 331 322
• Springhead Park Golf Course (01482) 614 968
• Sutton Park Golf Course (01482) 614 781

You can find out which buses go near the leisure centres by checking out:

The timetables on Stagecoach Buses website http://www.stagecoachbus.com/hull/ or call the Traveline on 0870 608 2608

Motiv8

If you, or a member of your family, have a disability and want to get involved in sport and leisure activities in the Hull area get in touch with the Motiv8 team on (01482) 318011.

Download The Disability Sports Directory 2008 and click here to find out more about the challenging and exciting activities Motiv8 organises for children and young people from 8 to 25 years, as well as adults.