Physical Activity
Exercise can help our immune system stay strong, be less susceptible to infection and better able to recover. Any activity is better than none at all and the more activity you can plan into your day, the more physical and mental health benefits there are. Sit less, use the stairs more, walk, cycle, jog, dance or try some keep fit exercises – whatever works for you.
As an East Ayrshire Leisure employee, you can take advantage of our Active Staff membership for just £5 per month which gives you access to all of our swimming pools, gyms, fitness classes, racquet sports and use of the track at the Ayrshire Athletics Arena. Sign up at your local sports venue.
Membership of Annanhill Golf Course is also open to East Ayrshire employees for only £50 per year. Enjoy the social and de-stressing aspects of a golf Season Ticket at this hugely discounted price. Find out more and sign up here
You can also be part of the Cycle to Work Scheme in conjunction with Halfords. Sign up via the link below using the employer code EASTAYRSHIRECOUNCIL2013.
The Active Travel Hub can provide a host of supports and classes for cycling. Email info@activetravelhubkilmarnock.org for information.
East Ayrshire Council's Vibrant Communities are offering support face to face and virtually to those on the Move More programme who are living with, and beyond, a cancer diagnosis. Call Alistair on 07904 962678 or email Alistair.Owen@east-ayrshire.gov.uk
Vibrant Communities also offer support to individuals who want to become more active including those who have chronic medical conditions. This includes cardiac rehab, exercise after stroke and falls prevention. If you would like to become more active – walking, exercise classes, yoga, address weight management issues - Vibrant Communities can help. Call 01563 578124 or email SER_CHIP@east- ayrshire.gov.uk.
Vibrant Communities are currently providing their Core Health Walks programme. For more information email Faye.Forsyth@east-ayrshire.gov.uk or check out Vibrant Communities Self Help Videos (Yoga, Pilates, Exercise) on YouTube using the link below.