He confirmed that the number of participants doubled in 4 years

Hareb: The Dubai Fitness Challenge inspires everyone to change their lifestyle for the better

• The "Dubai Fitness Challenge" initiative will continue until the 27th of this month.

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• Saeed Hareb: “What distinguishes this challenge most is the changes that occur in the patterns of participants within 30 days.”

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The Secretary-General of the Dubai Sports Council, Saeed Hareb, confirmed that the council plays a key role in the health and well-being strategy in "Dana Al Dunya", to become one of the healthiest and most active cities on earth, in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the State Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of the Emirate of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Supreme Committee for Crisis and Disaster Management in Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council.

In statements to "Emirates Today", Hareb said: "I see that the (Dubai Fitness Challenge) initiative is an important first step towards achieving that goal, as the initiative motivates everyone of all ages and physical abilities to do 30 minutes of exercise per day for 30 days, as well as It inspires everyone across Dubai to collaborate with one goal: to start a positive change in their daily lifestyle.”

He added: “At the emirate level, the Dubai government has taken upon itself this task, as the various government agencies in the city are constantly cooperating to ensure the well-being and happiness of everyone. The Dubai government is aware of the close link between physical activity and mental health, which is an essential part of the work we do in the Dubai Council. The athlete, as well as through initiatives that consolidate this matter, including the (Dubai Fitness Challenge), which launched its fifth session on October 29, and will continue until November 27.”

Hareb said: “The Dubai Fitness Challenge has succeeded in raising health awareness and taking it to new levels, with a renewed focus on the concept of holistic health and attention to other essential elements of health such as nutrition, mental health and physical fitness. Looking at the number of participants in the first cycle of the Dubai Fitness Challenge in 2017, we find that 786,000 participated in the challenge, while the number in four years has almost doubled, this increasing number of participants is the best testimony to the excellence of this event and the concept it creates about health and fitness.”

He explained, “Perhaps the most distinguishing feature of this challenge is the changes that occur in the participants’ patterns within 30 days, as it is designed primarily to establish healthy habits and make a lasting impact on the lifestyle of each participant, as more than 75% of the participants continue to exercise three times over a period of 30 days. At least a week after the challenge ends, and what makes me most proud of the Dubai Fitness Challenge is the positive impact it has had on the health of young people in our city. Last year alone, more than 620,000 students from 600 schools pledged to participate in this event, and this year we expect again To see these distinct numbers of participation.”

The Secretary-General of the Dubai Sports Council revealed that there are many studies conducted around the world, explaining the relationship between sport and happiness, as research has consistently shown that sport directly affects the health of the individual physically, emotionally and mentally, and research also revealed that people who participate in sports and physical activity They have higher levels of self-confidence, happiness, and life satisfaction.

They are also more accepting than their peers, and have significantly lower levels of anxiety.

He pointed out that “studies have also found that those who engage in sports and physical activity have a more positive perception of their bodies, and are more satisfied with their mental and physical health.

Furthermore, research has shown that those who participate in sports can develop many positive core skills such as leadership, team building, and tolerance.”

He concluded: "Thanks to these positive benefits, the Dubai government cooperates with various partners in many sectors to promote the concept of sport and physical activity in society, at all levels from school age and above, and individuals of all physical abilities, and we look forward to achieving more achievements during ( Dubai Fitness Challenge) this year and in the coming years.”

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