Why living in an active community is the best health decision you can make

Whether it’s raising a family of athletes or providing opportunities to get physically fit, everyone can gain something out of a healthy and active community

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Investing in an environment that encourages sports and active lifestyle is probably every sports enthusiast’s dream. Who doesn’t want to live in a place where you can easily get a workout in before heading to work? Or where you can achieve work-life balance because you live in a community where everything is within reach? Staying in such an environment can open lots of opportunities whether you’re an entrepreneur, a family-oriented person, or an athlete. Here’s how you can benefit from a sports- and fitness-conscious community:

An attractive opportunity for your business

This may be easier said than done but one advantage is that there are more sports and fitness resources available in an environment that vouches for it. If you run a sports-related business (whether direct or indirect), staying in a sports-oriented community provides opportunities and room to grow. You are also accorded with the ability to attract your target market and even partner with other fitness and sports establishments.

For office tenants, residing in an active community can do wonders for the business. First, it’s safe because it’s not exposed to the city or other businesses. It’s also worth pointing out that there is less travel exposure compared to residing in a city.

Encourages work-life balance

Picture a place where you can easily detach from work, put on your running shoes, and take a breather after a strenuous day—that's what an active community can bring
Picture a place where you can easily detach from work, put on your running shoes, and take a breather after a strenuous day—that’s what an active community can bring

Research has proven why work-life balance plays a significant role in employee well-being. One way to achieve this is to practice fitness in the workplace. Living in a healthy and active community is an advantage if you want to run away from deadlines (literally and figuratively) for a little while or even host a fitness class in your workplace in the future. It’s good to know that you’re in a place where you can easily detach from work, put on your running shoes, and take a breather after a strenuous day.

Meanwhile if you’re an employer, you are already probably aware that your office impacts employee well-being. Encouraging fitness in the workplace shows that you care for their physical and mental health. It’s also worth pointing out that an active community located in the city benefits employees in more ways than one—given that there are more malls, restaurants, and sports facilities around the area. Moreover, bike-friendly roads and wide pedestrian walkways also make commutes easier.

Ayala Land’s Vermosa imbues a strong sense of active lifestyle with infrastructure (such as bike-friendly roads) that make staying healthy a breeze

Helps improve athletic performance

If you’re an athlete, you need to be around a suitable training ground to get better at what you do. It saves you the hassle of depending on another training facility just to get back to the grind. Think about this: If you’re a cyclist for example, it’s easier to train within your vicinity (that already has designated bike lanes) rather than having to bring your bicycle with you to another destination.

You also don’t have to worry about signing up for a gym membership or investing in workout equipment to enhance performance. It’s a privilege to wake up every day knowing you can train whenever you want and get your workout in an environment that allows you to do just that.

An Olympic-sized swimming pool serves Vermosa residents

It’s suitable for everyone

Fitness is for everyone, no matter the age or physical ability. Your health is one of the most crucial investments you can make in life. When you invest in an active-friendly property, you’re not only thinking about capital benefits but also long-term gains for yourself and your family. Investing in a community like Vermosa, which promotes healthy and active living, is a way to enhance quality of life and boost athletic and business endeavors all at the same time.

Conceptualized to be the first of its kind, Vermosa is Ayala Land’s large-scale community for modern living refreshed by nature. With elements that incorporate both nature and activities for outdoor living, Vermosa is hailed as the ultimate destination for health and wellness. Within Vermosa is, Vermosa Midtown a commercial area that is an ideal address for  mid-rise commercial and institutional developments such as a retail area, a sports and lifestyle complex, and a transport terminal along with 11 hectares of open space.

Head over to Vermosa.ph for more details.

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