Addiction: Leisure and Recovery
Get physically active
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Research shows that being active every day helps keep you healthy. When you’re thinking about how to spend your free time, try to include some physical activity.
Start slow and add more over time. Choose things that help you build energy, move better, and get stronger.
Being active can help you:
- feel better in your body and improve your mood
- get stronger and more fit
- stay at a healthy weight
- focus and think more clearly
- improve your posture and balance
- sleep better
- feel more positive about life
- lower your risk of getting long-term health problems
- relax and handle stress more easily
- make healthy friendships and connect with others
Current as of: September 15, 2025