University of Edinburgh Sport & Exercise is participating in Mental Health and Wellbeing Awareness Week Let's Talk University of Edinburgh Sport & Exercise has partnered with University of Edinburgh’s Sports Union (EUSU) and Student Association (EUSA) to raise the profile of mental and physical health, as well as the link between the two, as part of the Edinburgh University Student Association (EUSA) Mental Health and Wellbeing Awareness Week (8-14 February). Here is what will be on offer at Sport & Exercise: Free Gym and Climb Open Day Friday 12th February 6.30am-9.30pm Access to the Pleasance Sports Complex and Gym will be free for all staff and students of The University of Edinburgh who want to experience its world-class facilities. Enjoy a workout in our 102-station CV Gym, pump iron in the Vaults or take on the challenge of our very own Climbing Wall. Simply sign up at reception on the day.* Stressbuster Sessions Throughout the week Sport & Exercise will also be hosting Sports-Union run Stressbusters activities at its various venues. Clubs will be reaching out to the student body with fun and invigorating sessions. Sports on offer include Shinty at Peffermill and Netball at the Pleasance. Check the EUSU website for full details. Why is physical activity an important factor in maintaining mental health, though? Check out these facts: Physical activity three times a week can reduce your chance of suffering depression by 20% (Source: Mind) 150 minutes of moderate physical activity a week can lead to a healthy heart and mind (Source: Start Active) 85% of participants in a study said exercise was ‘helpful’ in alleviating mental health issues (Source: Mental Health Foundation/NSF/Mind/MDF) *Terms and conditions Free entry applies to University of Edinburgh Staff and Students on production of a valid staff or student ID card on Friday 12th February 2016 only. Non-members must sign in and agree to visitor/guest terms and conditions of use. Free entry only valid at Pleasance Sport Centre and Gym. Free entry does not apply to any facility at St Leonard’s Land, including the swimming pool. University of Edinburgh Sport & Exercise retains the right to refuse entry. Offer subject to availability and maximum capacity at peak times between 7am – 9am and 5pm and 7pm. The Climbing Wall opens at 12pm and use is subject to availability. Publication date 03 Feb, 2016
