health walks in east dunbartonshire. physically active people have up to 50 per cent reduced risk of...
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Health Walks inEast Dunbartonshire
Physically active people have up to 50 per cent reduced risk of major chronic disease such as coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes and some cancers.
Physically active people have up to 50 per cent reduced risk of major chronic disease such as coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes and some cancers.
Exercise is as good as
medication as a treatment
for some mental health issues such as
depression and anxiety.
What is health?
“A state of complete physical, mental and social
well-being and not merely the absence of disease
and infirmity” (World Health Organisation)
Physical Mental
Social
Health Benefits of Walking
At any pace: mental health benefits
Improves sleep
helps prevent diabetes
increases ‘good’ cholesterol
helps manage weight
prevents development of osteoarthritis & osteoporosis
reduces risk factors for falls in the elderly
Reduces risk of bowel and breast cancer
benefits immune system
Walking at a brisk pace
Improves functioning of the heart and lungs
Reduces blood pressure
How much Physical Activity Should We Do?
Frequency Most days of the week (at least 5)
Intensity ‘brisk’ walking Walk at a pace so that you:Breathe a little fasterFeel a little warmerFeel your heart beating a little faster
You should feel comfortable and be able to talk
Time Build up to 30 minutes a day
Percentage of people in Scotland reaching Physical Activity recommendations*
* 30mins on at least five days of the week(data from Scottish Health Survey 2003)
3344
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
WomenMen
Main Risk factors - Coronary Heart Disease
Inactivity (the most common)
SmokingHigh CholesterolHigh Blood Pressure
Mondays – Milton of Campsie
Tuesdays – Bishopbriggs
Tuesdays – Harestanes
Wednesdays – Lennoxtown
Wednesdays – Milngavie
Thursdays – Twechar
Fridays – Kirkintilloch
Into the Café!
Cup of Tea