Health and wellbeing

Taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of your pension! Here are some of our tips for staying healthy — both mentally and physically.

Whether it's learning a new skill, volunteering, finding time to do something you've always wanted, or simply staying fit and active, looking after your wellbeing plays a huge part in helping you make the most of your retirement.

Stay fit and active

There's no doubt that staying fit and active is good for our physical health, but it can also make a massive difference to our mental wellbeing too.

Even if you're not particularly active at the moment, it's never too late to start.

Maintaining a fit and active lifestyle doesn't have to be a chore as you can build it into part of your weekly routine. Whether it's walking to your local shops instead of driving, or attending an exercise class at your local club/gym, every little helps.

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Volunteering

Volunteering doesn't just provide you with an opportunity to put your skills and interests to good use — it is also a great way to socialise and meet new people.

You can decide how much or how little of your time you'd like to give and choose a role that fits around your existing commitments.

Most towns have volunteer centres that help match volunteers with local organisations.

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Lifelong learning

Now you're retired and may have more time on your hands, it could be the perfect time to start learning a new skill.

Whether it's brushing up on your computer know-how, learning a foreign language, or studying for a degree, the opportunities for further learning today are excellent.

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