A team of staff and students from the University of Leeds & Leeds Trinity University have just returned from South Africa, following the successful completion of a four-week sport development project. The Gryphons Abroad programme sees staff and students deployed to deliver cycling, sport and leadership in schools in the Nkandla region. Empowering youth through […]
Helping others Helping others helps to stimulate the reward centres in your brain is actually really great for your wellbeing. It must be true, there is no selfless good deed! But that’s not the point. If you are able to help anyone in need, through volunteering, offering to get some bits from the shops or […]
There are many ways you can look at things, but putting a positive spin on things can really help boost your wellbeing. We believe that if you look for it, there is always a positive side to something. Focusing on positivity can help to boost your immune system, reduce stress and boost your energy, after […]
It’s so important for us to stay active. It can be so easy not to do much, especially if you spend most of your time working at a desk and sitting for long periods. Making sure you stay active will help to improve your physical and mental health massively. Here are a few reasons why: […]
Healthy habits for a restful night’s sleep Sleep plays a vital role in how we feel on a day to day basis. It’s the backbone of good health and arguably the most important factor or ‘the base of the pyramid’. When we sleep we repair cells, become stronger, process information and store and increase knowledge. […]
Importance of healthy eating habits and timing for energy and mood Ever notice how you feel after indulging in some less healthy meals or snacks? Lethargic, low on energy and low in mood? When we eat well, we can feel so much more energised and happier. Timing of eating is important too and can affect […]
Gryphons Abroad Initiative In a groundbreaking development, the University of Leeds and the Bambisanani Partnership have joined forces to create a dedicated cycle hub. This hub will empower thousands of children in rural South Africa to learn how to ride and maintain bicycles. Since 2016, the University of Leeds and the Bambisanani Partnership have successfully […]
The Edge has taken the leap towards a greener future by implementing a series of sustainable practices. From an energy-efficient swimming pool and producing our own chlorine to eco-friendly marketing materials. We aim to set an example of how fitness centres can be more sustainable. At The Edge, we are fortunate to have Magali Massip, our […]
On Thursday 18 May, our staff and student members of the Leeds Sport partnership attended the prestigious annual Yorkshire Sports Awards. This year the awards were held in Hull and saw the Leeds Sport partnership win 3 of the 5 awards. The awards celebrate the sporting achievements of athletes, coaches, administrators and volunteers across the […]
Fin Toner is a sports scholar at the University of Leeds where he is a 4th year Masters student studying MSc Business Analytics & Decision Science. He currently plays wheelchair basketball and has started rowing this year for the university’s sports teams. We had the opportunity to speak with Fin about his sporting achievements, how […]
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