I'm not going to try to assess or judge the new Government, but it is obvious that change is coming along fast and furious. There's talk of a new paradigm - the 'Big Society' where neighbourhoods and individuals are encouraged to work out what's best for them, rather then being told what to do.
It looks like many people will be affected by cuts in services at the same time that these changes are happening. And many of us will probably face increased financial pressures as we struggle to cope with the aftermath of the banking debacle. This is a great time to take responsibility and to etch out your own path through life.
One of the ways 'Eco-Fitness' can help is to hand responsibility to the individual in terms of health and fitness. Taking responsibility for your own health could have wonderful benefits, reducing your dependency on the NHS, improving your mood and boosting your immune system. It could also save you money.
The Eco-Fitness Book helps you overcome lethargy and find your personal inner motivation for healthy activity and fitness.
No gym membership is required, saving you money, and reducing your carbon footprint.
You will be finding a fitness and health path that suits you and your personality, rather than some one size fits all exercise plan.
You will experience the joys of the outdoors and the endorphin lifts that come from bodily activity - a wonderful antidote to the woes of the world.
You will be less obsessed with who's wearing what in the gym and how you compare with others - favouring comfy jeans and trainers in the great outdoors instead.
You may be inspired to grow more of your own food and eat less junk food - in Cuba when dire economic necessity forced this to happen, obesity and diabetes plummeted. (See the great film about what happened in Cuba: 'The Power of Community').
If you include your neighbours, friends and children, they will benefit too - and you'll have lots of fun!
We all need some escapism and a lift through this economic and social 'depression'. Eco-Fitness can help you weave your way through it. It's just one way we can take some responsibility in these turbulent times.
