Our diet is only half the answer. Apart from its physical benefits, exercise has been shown to have very positive effects upon mental well-being. Exercise not only releases endorphins (the 'feel good' chemicals that also alleviate pain) into our bloodstream, but also increases serotonin, which has a number of benefits including lifting our mood and helping to counteract insomnia.

The good news about exercise is that it doesn't have to be strenuous for us to feel some of these benefits. Experts say that even 30 minutes of walking at least 3 times a week is a good start. It can help to find someone else to exercise with. This makes it sociable, as well as more likely to be regularly maintained.

Starting Out Your Workout
Walking into a fitness & health club can be an intimidating for many women. But you’ll notice the difference right away at Fernwood. We don’t scrimp on the facilities or the equipment – everything that you’ll find at bloke’s gyms, you’ll find at
Fernwood – it’s just that it’s much, much nicer.
At Fernwood, you won’t be cramped into a tiny space with limited weights and fitness equipment and no exercise classes. And don’t worry if it all looks confusing, as we’re here to help. In fact in every Fernwood club, every hour we are open, we have Member Motivators available to help you with your individual needs.