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The links between regular physical activity and emotional wellbeing, as well as improved academic performance, are comprehensively documented. Regular physical activity improves student wellbeing and academic success through improvements to physical and mental health, confidence, self-esteem, and reduced social isolation. Participation opportunities were somewhat fragmented in 2021, owing to the numerous COVID-19 lockdowns during the year. Most of the disruption was caused during the second half of the year, with nearly all programs suspended or cancelled during Semester 2.
Campus Sport Volleyball at the Nona Lee Sports Centre
Online resources focused on providing ideas for staying engaged in regular physical activity at home with minimal exercise equipment. Resources included running, stretching and workout plans, instructorled workout videos and fitness challenges. Content was aimed at providing options for those who have little fitness experience and also intermediate-level programs.
A highlight of the year was the launch of the Unimelb Moves app, a resource developed with the goal of giving access to fitness content to all members of the University community. MU Sport also assisted in providing content to the University’s online channels, featuring regularly in the University’s communications to students and staff.
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