With the night’s drawing in the last thing we all want to think about is hitting the gym. However Mind and Sport England have joined together to improve positive wellbeing and have dedicated nearly £2 million to encourage people’s lives effected by mental health problems.

Sport and exercise are beneficial and can help your moods and concentration, helps to reduce stress and depression and can improve your sleep and build self-confidence. Why not think about re visiting or taking up a new sport or even start using that gym membership you signed up for. Being a part of a team or group of people can create social opportunities. So why not visit the BBC Get involved page for sports in your area.