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Swimming
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From young to old, swimming attracts a whole range of participants and is the perfect sport if you're hoping to exercise, keep fit and maintain your fitness levels in the New Year.
What are the benefits?
Swimming is one of the most effective forms of exercise, not only does it tone the body but it helps to build up stamina and aids relaxation.
Football
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Football is one of the most popular past times in the world - who doesn't love a kick about with their friends?
What are the benefits?
Football can be enjoyed by all ages and used to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.
Learn A Language
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Learn to express yourself fluently and confidently in foreign language. As well as developing your speaking, listening and reading skills, learning a new language will extend your qualifications and boost your brain power.
What are the benefits?
Having another language under your belt can open up career opportunities in both in this country and abroad, as well as improve your travel prospects.
Gardening
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Gardening is a relaxing year-round hobby that can be enjoyed by people from any age group.
What are the benefits?
Recent studies have found that the benefits of gardening extend far beyond the obvious rewards of exercise and fresh air. Gardening can help improve your mental and physical health as well as improve your sleep patterns.
Rowing
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Rowing can be either be recreational or a competitive sport. The boats are propelled by the rowers levering the boat through the water with oars. The activity can be enjoyed by either a single person or a team of up to nine per boat.
What are the benefits?
Unlike some other exercises, rowing has both aerobic and anaerobic benefits and is great for your heart, arms and legs.
Golf
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For some golf is a fun pastime, while for others it's an occasional hobby, whatever your reason for playing, there's no denying that golf is fantastic sport for men, women and children of all ages.
What are the benefits?
Contrary to popular belief, golf has significant health and wellness benefits. According to the experts, golf helps you stay active, reduces stress and burns in excess of 800 calories per round.
Dance
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Dance lessons are a superb way to keep fit and have fun at the same time. If you're looking to boost your self-esteem and confidence in the New Year, it's time to dig out your dancing shoes and bust a move.
What are the benefits?
Dancing enables you to keep healthy, socialise and develop your creative skills.
Fishing
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Fishing is a hobby that is both relaxing and can take place in some of the most beautiful surroundings possible.
What are the benefits?
Besides having a tasty fish to enjoy after a long days angling, fishing is also very entertaining. Fishing is not only measured by how many fish were caught, but by the level of satisfaction and challenge involved.
Cookery
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Improving at home is one of the main reasons why cookery is such a popular pastime. Some people cook for enjoyment while others love the thrill of attempting a new dish that they've seen on TV or in a magazine.
What are the benefits?
Cooking is a reward in itself. The end result is made even more satisfying when others get to enjoy the dishes that you've created.
Archery
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Archery is a laid-back, relaxing hobby that men and women of all ages can enjoy. It doesn't require too much physical fitness or skill when you are first starting out.
What are the benefits?
Quiet, non-strenuous sports that require your complete attention are beneficial to your health because they produce a calming effect on the brain which then reduces stress.