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Solo adventures
A lack of confidence, the thought of planning or a fear about what may happen, stops many of us from venturing out alone. OS Champion Alex Staniforth explores the benefits of solo adventures and offers his advice on how you can plan your own.
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.
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.
Be kind to yourself
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!
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 our mental health.
Be kind to others
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!
Step outside for your mental health
We caught up with some of our OS Champions to chat about their experiences with mental health and how getting outside, talking to someone, and connecting with nature can make all the difference and improve your wellbeing.
Sensory walks
We’ve teamed up with the national charity Sense to support their work on a programme of sensory walks. Find out how you can better connect with nature and get the most from your next walk.