Regular physical activity has proven health benefits. Thirty minutes of physical activity on most days of the week is all it takes to improve your health. Regular activity can help to give you more energy, burn calories, lower blood pressure and blood glucose, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, reduce joint pain, keep bones strong, help relieve depression and increase feelings of well-being

A Green Prescription is a smart and cost-effective way to help maintain good health. Research backs this up:

• Research published in the New Zealand Medical Journal indicates that a Green Prescription is an inexpensive way of increasing activity.
• Research published in the British Medical Journal found that a Green Prescription can improve quality of life over 12 months, with no evidence of adverse effects.

At Sport Bay of Plenty our Green Prescription Advisors are able to provide you with the support and motivation to get active. We have a wide variety of group or individual activities to choose from.

A Green Prescription can be prescribed by your GP or Practice Nurse.  

Call 0800ACTIVE (0800 228 483) or contact the Health Team Leader catherinem@sportbop.co.nz

Information about Green Prescription for Health Professionals is available at:

http://www.sparc.org.nz/dashboard/doctors