Active In Lockdown Challenge

Due to popular demand Sport Sheffield are launching a new, free, 30 day challenge starting on Monday 18th May!

The aim? Be active for a MINIMUM of 45 minutes a day - this can include both outdoor activities (while maintaining social distancing) and indoor sessions.

How to apply?
To register your interest, please fill in this google form.

How it works?

• Once you register your interest you will be added to an Activity Tracker and randomly placed in groups.
• On a weekly basis Sport Sheffield will be advertising some recommended ways to stay active.
• On a regular basis, input the amount of minutes that you have been active.
• The Activity tracker will calculate these as an individual and as a group.
• Have fun - get creative and involve the family to see how active you can be!

Sport Sheffield Facebook Live Classes

Sport Sheffield are offering FREE Facebook Live classes throughout the week on their Sport Sheffield Facebook page.

These classes are run by their instructors and are accessible to everyone!

To join, simply "like" the Sport Sheffield page on Facebook. At the time of the class, the live video will appear on the page. You will get a notification of this.

The videos will also remain on the Facebook page for 1 week in case you missed the live class.

Yoga

Yoga is an excellent way to relax during a stressful day and can really benefit your mental health, it also has many physical benefits such as strength and flexibility. Yoga may also help to relieve any aches you may be experiencing from working in a different environment!

You will need: A yoga mat or towel.

How? Please see here for a range of classes from our Juice instructor Hilary and suggestions from staff members.

Physiotherapy

Remedy Physio are offering free ten minute phone calls for University of Sheffield staff, as well as online video consultations.

This, along with the Health & Safety Guidance on Working Remotely, that you can find here, will be useful for anyone who is experiencing aches and pains due to not working in their usual environment.

How? Please see Remedy Physio’s website here or call 0114 276 1997.

Les Mills

Sport Sheffield, have teamed up with Les Mills to give you FREE online workouts!

Les Mills on Demand offers 800 programs including, body pump, body combat, mindfulness, Barre and kid's exercise (just to name a few!).

As we are all now required to stay at home it is essential to try and keep fit and healthy - exercising from the comfort of your living room or garden is a great way to do that!

How? Please click here to access the 60 day free trial! After the 60 days, you will receive discounted rates for £7.94 per month. This is an option you can opt out of whenever you like!

Wellbeing Zone

The Wellbeing Zone is accessible for all staff through their Juice account at Sport Sheffield.

The Wellbeing Zone allows you to assess your sleep, activity levels, caffeine intake, alcohol intake and much more. It also helps you to set goals and provides videos and recipes to help you meet those goals.

How? After you have logged into Muse click on My Services - Juice - Wellbeing Zone and create an account. To register you will need to use our activation code 'SSWZ1’.

Bootcamp/Pilates/Cardio HIIT

Sport Sheffield instructor Stacey Jacques usually runs 3 staff wellbeing classes every week.

Whilst this is not currently possible, Stacey is posting daily live workout videos!

How? You can follow along on her Facebook page here.

NHS Fitness Studio

The NHS Fitness Studio has a wide range of online exercise videos.

Including, sitting exercises for those who would like a less intense workout, postnatal exercises and workouts specifically designed for those with health problems - there's something for everyone!

How? Visit the NHS Fitness Studio here.

The Body Coach P.E Lessons

Joe Wicks a.k.a The Body Coach is live streaming P.E classes Monday-Friday from 9am.

These 30 minute workouts are an excellent way to keep kids active and is a good workout for adults too. A great way to start your day!

How? Visit The Body Coach youtube channel here to live-stream or watch other workout videos, including low-impact sessions.

Jennis Fitness

This free app from Jessica Ennis has lots of work out videos, and is especially tailored for post and pre pregnancy fitness.

How? Check out the Jennis website here or download the app on your mobile or tablet.

Down Dog Apps

All 5 of these apps have been opened up to education and healthcare workers for free until July 1st!

These apps have content for all levels on yoga, HIIT and Barre workouts.

How? Sign up with a sheffield.ac.uk email address on any of their apps and it will automatically give you full access to their guided video content.

Book Club

It is important to not become socially isolated whilst we are social distancing. Joining the Juice Book Club through one of their virtual google hangouts is a great way to keep connected with colleagues.

This month’s book: The Night Circus by Erin Morganstern

When? Tuesday 23rd June, 12:15 - 13:00

How? Email Book Club staff leader Karen Beck at karen.beck@sheffield.ac.uk to let us know your interest and be added to the google hangout.

Mindfulness and Meditation

Meditation and Mindfulness have a variety of uses. They can be a great way to relax and destress, can increase our awareness and ability to accept and can also be used to improve focus and concentration!

How? Please see here for a range of options from our Yoga instructor Hilary and other recommended online resources.

Sheffield Libraries

Reading can be a great distraction from the worries in our life and can help improve mental health. It also stimulates your brain, improving memory function and vocabulary!

You can join Sheffield Libraries for free and use their eLibrary to download a wide variety of books.

How? Visit Sheffield Libraries website here and click on ‘Apply to Join a Library’.

NHS Mental Health Wellbeing Audio Guides

These guides by Dr Chris Williams can help boost your mood with tips on issues such as anxiety, sleep problems and low confidence.

How? The Guides are available on the NHS website here.

Games

When you are feeling anxious, worried, or in crisis, playing games can act as a distraction from what is going on.

MIND have put together a collection of online games and puzzles that have been recommended by their service users.

How? Visit MIND’s website here.

Helplines

The NHS have collated a list of helplines and support groups that can offer expert advice if you are concerned about yourself or a loved one.

How? Visit the list of recommended helplines and support groups here.

Inox Recipes

Inox, the University’s own restaurant and event space, is sharing daily, delicious recipes that you can create at home!

Cooking can be a distraction from worries, a way to help you feel productive and a fun thing to do with loved ones.

How? Follow Inox’s Facebook page to see their daily recipes on your newsfeed.

Coping Calendar

Action for Happiness have created a coping calendar with 30 suggested actions to look after ourselves and each other as we face this global crisis together.

How? Download the calendar here and for 30 days follow along with their suggested self-care actions.

Money Saving Expert

Money Saving Expert by Martin Lewis, have put together articles containing a range of information to help support your financial wellbeing during the pandemic.

Topics include: how to get the most out of your broadband, support with bills and advice for moving house.

How? Visit the Money Saving Expert Coronavirus news stream here.

Financial Wellbeing Webinars

The WEALTH at work seminars will now run as webinars!

How? Visit here and select the webinar you would like to attend based on on what stage of your career you are at and which pension scheme you are contributing to.