Men’s Health Week – how living in the Chilterns can boost your health
This week (12-18th June) marks Mens Health Week (MHW), a national NHS initiative designed to give all boys and men access to the information, services and treatment they need to live healthier, longer and more fulfilling lives.
Men are often less forthcoming when it comes to their health so this NHS program offers fantastic advice for men who would like to improve their physical and mental health.
Living in the Chilterns we are very spoilt with amazing countryside on the doorstep and a huge number of activities on offer. Whilst clients will prioritise housing, schooling and commuting when looking to move to the area, we are now seeing that more and more clients are keen to seek out a healthier lifestyle too.
So, what can the Chilterns offer for those keen to boost their health?
Cycling is a very popular pastime for men (and women) in the Chilterns with a huge variety of cycling clubs and wide variety of terrain. Many clients are now choosing to move to a slightly more rural location and then cycle to the station for their commute. See our full guide to cycling in the Chilterns here.
Water-based activities are abundant in the landlocked Chilterns! From sailing to kayaking to paddleboarding to water-skiing there is a huge range of activities on offer. See our full guide to water sports in the Chilterns here.
Golf is an obvious one for great all round physical and mental wellbeing (depending on how the round is going!). We are completely spoilt for choice when it comes to excellent golf courses on the doorstep. Golf now lists all the courses in the area.
Tennis is also very popular with many thriving clubs who welcome all standards from rusty novice to competitive club players. The LTA site can help to locate all clubs from village courts to large clubs with a range of tennis surfaces.
Open water swimming is also ‘a thing’ in the area with a wide variety of lakes for those who fancy embracing a freshwater. The stunning town of Marlow boasts a popular open water swimming club.
Dog walks are the ideal way to get fit and take in the local countryside for a change of scene. Many clients move to area and get the longed-for dog on arrival! See our guide to great dog walks in the area here.
Pubs are plentiful in the Chilterns from tucked away thatched village locals to high end gastropubs. Getting out to the pub for a drink with friends and maybe a bite to eat is fantastic for mental health and many men often choose to cycle to the pub too. Our guide to the best gastropubs in the area can be found here.
If you would like help finding your ideal location to enjoy all the health benefits of living in the Chilterns please do get in touch. Visit our website www.chilternrelocation.com or email enquiries@chilternrelocation.com. Or call 01494 672086.
