Stanway Parish Council - Adult Gym Equipment Consultation

Makes Exercise Fun The addition of nature and fresh air helps make exercising fun and therefore more effective. Combining outdoor exercise, natural light and sensory stimulation has the effect of reducing stress and encouraging healthy behaviour. Eco-friendly Outdoor Adult Fitness Equipment requires no electricity, is low maintenance, and uses little human resources. Most of the materials used in the construction, including aluminium, steel, and sustainable plastics, are recyclable. Users may link positive environmental contribution with greater enjoyment of exercise. Promotes Community People who use Outdoor Adult Fitness Equipment often socialize whilst exercising, strengthening community and interpersonal relationships. These relationships may then support increased use as participants more readily interact with each other, offering encouragement, motivation, and support. Available to Everyone Although there are numerous indoor fitness options, these can be expensive and inconvenient whilst Outdoor Adult Fitness Equipment can remove these barriers and there is an increased likelihood of creating positive change in overall fitness and health within the community. Improve Health Regular physical activity is essential to health and longevity. Many people report preferring exercising outdoors, which may also have a greater effect on mental and physical well- being. Outdoor exercise is also rated as being more restorative compared to indoors since natural environments reduce emotional and physiological stress. Attract New Users to Outdoor Environments Outdoor Adult Fitness Equipment will provide additional opportunities for adults and young adults to enjoy and participate in physical activity outdoors. People who exercise regularly may be attracted to this new outdoor location and create a true fitness “destination” within the neighbourhood. The availability of the equipment can often influence the behaviour of non-exercisers, expanding the benefits associated with regular exercise to a greater number of people. The works to erect the equipment will need to have Planning Permission and an application will be submitted in due course to Colchester Borough Council. Prior to the submission of an application, Stanway Parish Council would like to hear residents’ views on the proposals. For the purposes of the planning application, Stanway Parish Council will provide a summary of the responses. For this reason, it is important to make respondents aware that the comments provided are not confidential. All personal information and data collected will be maintained according to GDPR rules of Stanway Parish Council.