PROMOTING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE!
Sabhal Mòr Ostaig has recently registered with SHAW (Scotland's Health at Work) and is working towards the Bronze Award. As part of this scheme we will be promoting a healthier lifestyle amongst staff.
Each month we will be disseminating information on topics such as smoking, exercise, healthy eating, stress and alcohol. We also hope to organise activities such as workshops/seminars, competitions, charity walks etc etc. A small working group has been set up to facilitate SHAW and we would welcome anyone with enthusiasm and ideas to get involved.
This week there will be an information table situated in the Atrium at Arainn Chaluim Chille where you can get copies of healthy recipes and pick up some of the information booklets.
Saturday morning aerobics classes at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels will be starting in September. The classes will be open to all members of staff and the local community (male and female). Classes will cost £3 will special discounts available for regulars. If you or your friends are interested in coming along please sign up at the SHAW information board at ACC or email sm00ani@groupwise.uhi.ac.uk.
Here are some helpful hints on
how to become more active!
|
INACTIVE
|
kcals
|
ACTIVE
|
kcals
|
| Use TV remote |
>1
|
Get up to change channel |
3
|
| Phone calls 30 min, reclining |
4
|
Phone calls 30 min, standing |
20
|
| Hire home help |
0
|
Iron 30 min, vacuum 30 min |
152
|
| Heat up a microwave meal |
15
|
Cook 30 min |
25
|
| Buy pre-sliced vegetables |
0
|
Prepare vegetables 15 min |
10-13
|
| Hire a gardener |
0
|
Garden or mow lawn 30 min |
360
|
| Let dog out of back door |
2
|
Walk dog 30 min |
125
|
| Use car wash |
18
|
Wash and wax car 1 hour |
300
|
| Watch TV for 1 hour |
30
|
Walk and shop 1 hour |
145
|
| Take lift up three floors |
0.3
|
Climb three flights stairs |
15
|
| Total kcals used |
41.3
|
863
|
For more information on health and fitness issues and healthy eating, take a look at these websites:
www.bbc.co.uk/food/healthyeating/
http://recipe.sainsburys.co.uk/recipe/
There are many opportunites nearby to take part in sports such as climbing and walking and bikes can be hired from the garage at Armadale. The Badminton Clubs meets on Monday nights at 7.30pm and the Fencing Club meets every Wednesday at 7pm. The Football Club meets at Kinloch every Tuesday at 6.30pm.
Lochalsh Leisure Centre, Douglas Park, Kyle 01599 534848
Portree Swimming Pool 01478 612655
Forestry Commission - Find a nearby forest walk
The Clan Donald Centre, Armadale 01471 844305 - Take a walk in the gardens
West Highland Heavy Horses, Armadale 01471 844759
Skye Riding Centre, Suladale 01470 582419
Portree Riding and Trekking Stables 01478 613124
Rubha Phoil Forest Garden, Armadale - Woodland Walk
Skyak Adventures, Camus Cross 01471 833 428
Whitewave, Kilmuir 01470 542 414
Raasay Outdoor Centre 01478 660 266
Isle of Skye Golf Club, Sconsar 01478 650414
Afterwards, relax at The Dancing Dolphin in Waterloo, 01471 822409.