Get Active This Summer: Fun Experiences to Boost Your Body and Mind

Let's be honest - after a long stretch of grey skies, damp socks, and "I'll start next week" gym plans, summer is our golden opportunity to break the cycle. The sun's out (sometimes), the days are longer (fact), and the urge to move more and do something - anything - close to an Outdoors Experience is strong.

But this summer, we're not talking about dragging yourself to a treadmill or pretending that mowing the lawn counts as cardio. Oh no. We're talking proper experiences - the kind that get your heart going, your body moving, and your friends wondering where this new 'active version' of you came from.

Here's your ultimate guide to getting active this summer, with experiences that are healthy, fun, and refreshingly different.

Outdoor Activities: Fresh Air, Full Steps, Can't Lose

If you've been stuck indoors for what feels like the last three years, stepping outside might feel like stepping onto another planet - one with birdsong, sunlight, and no need for a Wi-Fi signal. And let's face it: the great outdoors has a magical ability to make moving feel less like exercise and more like a mini adventure.

Whether it's gentle walks, full-on treks, group challenges, or a bit of casual climbing, there's something oddly satisfying about breaking a sweat while pretending you're just out for a stroll. You get all the benefits of a workout - without the pain of burpees.

And let's not forget team games, forest-style obstacle courses, or good old-fashioned Archery. Who knew pretending to be Robin Hood could burn calories?

Wellbeing Experiences: Stretch, Breathe, Move

If your summer vibe is less "high-octane action hero" and more "calm, centred, and slightly smug about your inner peace," then wellbeing experiences are for you. This is movement with a purpose - but the purpose is you.

Think yoga sessions in peaceful settings, gentle movement workshops, or guided meditative walks designed to realign your body and brain. These activities help you reconnect with yourself, move more mindfully, and breathe in something other than office air or the inside of your car.

And let's be honest - after a good stretch and some quiet reflection, you come away feeling like you've just had six hours of sleep, a green smoothie, and a life breakthrough. Win.

Adventure Activities: Go Big or Go Home (and Probably Nap)

Sometimes, you've just got to shake things up. Do something bold. Something your couch-loving winter self would never have agreed to.

Adventure experiences are perfect for this. Whether you're leaping, climbing, zipping, Jumping, or simply wobbling your way across something slightly terrifying on an Extreme Experience Day, there's nothing like a bit of adrenaline to remind you you're alive (and not as young as you used to be).

These experiences are brilliant for building confidence, testing your limits, and making unforgettable memories. They're also a great reminder that courage comes in many forms - including showing up in the first place.

And the best part? You'll feel like an absolute legend afterwards - even if your legs are shaking like a newborn deer.

Water-Based Activities: Make a Splash, Not Excuses

There's something irresistibly fun about water. Whether you're paddling, floating, swimming, or just falling in (it happens), Watersport Experiences are the perfect way to stay cool while keeping fit.

And don't worry - you don't need to be a strong swimmer or own a wetsuit. Many water experiences are suitable for beginners and come with instructors, gear, and a side of laughter. You'll work your core, boost your stamina, and have a great time doing it - even if you do come home a bit soggy.

Bonus? It's the one type of exercise where you can't scroll on your phone at the same time.

Creative Movement and Group Activities: Active with a Twist

Not all activity has to come in the form of squats and sweat. Sometimes, the best way to get your body moving is by doing something playful, expressive, or just downright different.

There are loads of experiences out there that mix creativity with movement - think Dance Workshops, interactive Walking Tours, outdoor games, or sessions that mix storytelling with steps. Perfect for those who want to move without it feeling like "exercise" - because you're too busy enjoying yourself.

And if you can have a laugh, learn something new, and raise your heart rate in the process? That's a summer win.

Why It All Matters: Feel-Good Movement, Your Way

Getting active doesn't have to mean running marathons or living off protein shakes. It just means choosing experiences that get you moving in ways that you enjoy. Whether it's calm and conscious or energetic and exhilarating, movement helps boost your mood, reduce stress, and make summer feel alive.

Plus, there's something about trying new things - especially with others - that lifts your spirit and gives your mind a bit of a holiday too. So, whether you're out in nature, on the water, trying a new skill, or just moving your body in a way that feels good, you're doing something great for yourself.

Final Thoughts: Sweat, Smiles, and a Summer to Remember

This summer, give yourself permission to play, explore, and break out of the same-old routine. Get active not because you have to, but because you get to. Try something different. Move more. Laugh harder. Discover that yes, you can do that thing you thought was only for sporty types.

And if all else fails, just say yes to the experience and figure the rest out later. That's the spirit of summer, after all.

Catch you out there - probably trying to do yoga on a paddleboard. Wish me luck.