Kate Petty, from the Health and Wellbeing team, is back with another recipe. This time it’s homemade cookies! Made with store cupboard staples, this recipe is a healthy alternative to your average cookie and is the perfect snack for any time of day. You can easily adapt the recipe to make it vegan by using […]
Personal Trainer, Andy Donaldson, has created a press up guide for beginners. Introduction Press ups are easy-to-perform, suitable for all fitness levels and can be done anytime, anywhere without the need for any special kit or equipment. Press ups are one of the four essential compound bodyweight exercises, with the other three being: squats, pull-ups […]
Kate Petty, from the Health and Wellbeing team, shares a low fat alternative to bolognese. Swap your beef mince for turkey to reduce the fat content of this classic Italian dish. It may be lighter, but the sauce is just as thick and tasty! If you want to go that one step further and make […]
Improving your form Personal Trainer, Lucia, gives you some top tips on how to complete some basic home exercises with correct form. These can be done in any space with minimal equipment. 1. The plank The Plank is a fantastic, static exercise which strengthens your core. Keep your hands below your shoulders and fingers […]
Kate Petty, from the Health and Wellbeing team, shares her favourite flapjack recipe. These quick and easy flapjacks are packed full of nutritious ingredients that are slow releasing so they will keep you fuller for longer. They are perfect for a morning or afternoon snack during work or study and you can even freeze some […]
It’s important to look after yourself and give yourself time to switch off, particularly during this unprecedented time. Here are five ways you can truly switch off this weekend and enjoy a well-deserved break: Exercise Walking, running, cycling, yoga, a home workout – anything that gets your heart pumping. Exercise is great for clearing your […]
It’s essential to go back to the basics of good health during this unprecedented time — and that includes good sleep. Lucy Alderman, one of our Exercise Referral Instructors, has suggested 5 ways to improve your sleep during this time. Keep your sleeping pattern consistent It may be tempting to stay up into the early […]
Hi! My name is Nicola and I am the Sports Development Assistant (volunteer) here at Leeds Sport! Whilst I am new to the role and the Leeds Sport team, I am not new to volunteering. Over the last five years I have dedicated over 800 hours to volunteering within the Watersports Sector. My volunteering journey […]
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