Wellbeing

Alex Staniforth

We speak to OS Champion Alex Staniforth about his experience with mental health and how the outdoors has helped him and so many others. After overcoming a string of challenges including Everest, Alex now runs charity Mind Over Mountains, which uses nature to improve people's wellbeing.

Your spring resolutions

January is traditionally the time for new resolutions… but if those involve getting more active outside, it’s not a great time to be doing it. The 20th March is the first day of Spring, and is the perfect time to make a Spring Resolution!

Harrison Ward - Fell Foodie

The first in our series of inspirational short stories, we speak to OS GetOutside Champion Harrison Ward, otherwise known as the Fell Foodie. Hear Harrison's story of how the outdoors turned his life around and went on to become one of the UKs best known outdoor cooks.

Look after your mental health this season

For many, the colder seasons mean crisp mornings, warm drinks and snuggling by the fire. But for others, the shorter days signal a downturn in mood and energy leaving us feeling sad and sluggish.​ Eli Bishop offers some top tips to help you look after your mental health this winter.

Buddy up and get outside

Arranging to meet others outside will help you stay active and make time outdoors more enjoyable. We take a look at how joining a club, a group or a team will keep you happy and healthy throughout the year.

Beat Last Week Challenge

Join our “Beat Last Week” January GetOutside challenge and feel better, get fitter and explore the outdoors like you never have before. Find out how you can get involved and start the new year with a challenge.

GetOutside for World Mental Health Day

The outdoors can have positive benefits to not only your physical health, but also your mental health. Find out more about how you can decrease stress and improve your wellbeing by trying some of these simple activities.

How nature improves our mental health

Holly Barber from Eco Monkey takes a look at some of the lesser-known ways in which spending time outside in nature can improve your wellbeing.

Be kind to yourself | National GetOutside Day

Just as we need to take care of the environment and each other, we shouldn't forget ourselves. Fresh air is good for our wellbeing and will give you a new lease of life. Here are ideas to help you get outside and enjoy a little 'me time' this National GetOutside Day. See you on Sunday 26 September!

Be kind to others | National GetOutside Day

Lend a helping hand to someone this National GetOutside Day, encourage them to join in the fun and be considerate to others while you're out and about. Here are some ideas on how to get outside with/for others. See you outside on Sunday 26 September 2021!