Sam Scott

Health Development Officer - Mental Health & Dementia. Edinburgh Leisure’s Active Communities projects - Healthy Active Minds & Movement for Memories

[Sam Scott @SamScottEL]

🎉 Join us for the ‘Your Health is for Life’ exhibition at the Royal Commonwealth Pool! Celebrate Edinburgh Leisure's impact on active lifestyles and enjoy a FREE Sporting Memories event on National Sporting Heritage Day. 🏊‍♀️
🗓️ Date: Sept 30, 2024
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM - 12 PM

[Ben Singh PhD @BenSinghPhD]

The average listener spends 5+ hours a week listening to podcasts.

But does listening to podcasts lead to healthier habits?

New research shows that listening to podcasts can be effective for:

⬆️ Health knowledge
⬆️ Exercise levels
⬆️ Healthy eating

https://t.co/3bUEAnyswa

[Prof Elaine Hunter @elaineahpmh]

Have you seen the new #RethinkDementia campaign launched today. ‘When a friend or relative is diagnosed with dementia, it’s natural not to know what to do. But, helping someone stay connected and socially active can help them stay well for longer.’ https://t.co/DaI53DSVyA

[Sam Scott @SamScottEL]

🚶‍♂️ I'm fundraising for Edinburgh Leisure! If you'd like to support, donate here:
https://t.co/b1xYt1Dogj

I'll also be walking Kiltwalk for the Ageing Well project, helping older adults stay active and socially engaged. Your support means a lot! 🙌💙 #Kiltwalk #Fundraising

[Ailsa Niven @AilsaNiven]

My MSc Physical Activity for Health dissertation student @hanzhuuu is recruiting women in the menopause lifestage to complete an online survey - we would like to know what you think about muscle strengthening physical activity. https://t.co/ia7CKI2guB (Please RT)

[Edinburgh Leisure @Ed_Leisure]

Our Be Strong, Be You programme helps those aged 12-18 years cope with mental health challenges through physical activity. The Active Communities programme offers fitness training and a full year of access to our facilities, helping young people get and stay active.

[Edinburgh Leisure @Ed_Leisure]

We’re a seriously social bunch when it comes to public leisure and culture! A key part of the social economy is supporting people connecting communities. With the support of City of Edinburgh Council, we help everyone live healthier, happier & more active lives. #SeriouslySocial

[Edinburgh Leisure @Ed_Leisure]

Edinburgh Leisure supports hundreds of young people experiencing mental health challenges through our Be Strong, Be You programme.

Participants are paired with a fitness instructor who empowers them to be active, have fun and cope with life challenges https://t.co/sXfolvE9Rk

[Edinburgh Leisure @Ed_Leisure]

During Sport Scotland's Moving for Mental Health month, regular customer Kieran has shared his story and how climbing has helped him. It’s great seeing Kieran in EICA's climbing arena every week!

[Edinburgh Leisure @Ed_Leisure]

Being active isn’t just good for our bodies, it also has a positive effect on our mental health and wellbeing. Our Be Strong, Be You programme supports young people aged 12-18 who are experiencing stress, anxiety and depression to be active. Find out more https://t.co/sXfolvE9Rk

[Christopher Cowdy - Edinburgh Northern candidate @CouncillorCowdy]

Active Communities programme at @Ed_Leisure helps 10k people a year get active.
A great asset for the city, helping many people: older, on low incomes, with disabilities, carers, living with dementia, & children who have lived in care.

https://t.co/cgRLabPY69

[Sam Scott @SamScottEL]

A great project supporting adolescents to use physical activity as a way to manage their mental health. 👏👏💪💪💪 #physicalactivity #mentalhealth

[Edinburgh Leisure @Ed_Leisure]

If you are:
🏫Aged 12-18 years
😓Experiencing stress, anxiety or depression
💪Interested in using physical activity to improve your mental health

You may be eligible to join Edinburgh Leisure's Be Strong, Be You program. Find out more here https://t.co/sXfolvE9Rk

[Edinburgh Leisure @Ed_Leisure]

If you are:
🏫Aged 12-18 years
😓Experiencing stress, anxiety or depression
💪Interested in using physical activity to improve your mental health

You may be eligible to join Edinburgh Leisure's Be Strong, Be You program. Find out more here https://t.co/sXfolvE9Rk

[Edinburgh Leisure @Ed_Leisure]

It’s not only our facilities that make your training session better, the friendly faces you see around do too.

Our staff are friendly and supportive, here to help everyone get active and achieve more while making a positive difference. Read what our customer thought!

[Edinburgh Leisure @Ed_Leisure]

Positive Destinations supports young people across Edinburgh, helping them develop transferable skills such as confidence, teamwork and leadership while preparing them for their first job. Find out more https://t.co/OiqljmE0ZV

[Edinburgh Leisure @Ed_Leisure]

Lifeguard/Leisure Attendant Recruitment Open Day🛟

On Tuesday 26th March, we're hosting a recruitment open day at the Royal Commonwealth Pool and we're inviting you to apply!

No experience needed, we'll support you through your qualifications. Find more https://t.co/eH0ErvdQmX

[Edinburgh Leisure @Ed_Leisure]

FREE Football at Castlebrae Community Campus on Fridays in March⚽

We're hosting free football sessions to get young people aged 11 - 18 active, socialising and having fun every Friday at 7-9pm starting from 1st March.

No bookings required, just come along and get involved.

[British Army in Scotland @ArmyinScotland]

A local Edinburgh Veteran, Lt Col Stuart Guild TD WS turned 100 yesterday. With a surprise visit from 105 Regiment Royal Artillery and regimental family, his day turned out even more special...#105regimentroyalartillery

[Stuart Stokes @ReferALL]

⚠️ Leading Change - Video Drop ⚠️
Join me as I discuss uptake & completion rates in wellbeing services. Learn the significance of having a deeper understanding of key intervention points, why you can't afford to assume anything & what will help tackle these!

#LeadingChange #Data

[Edinburgh Leisure @Ed_Leisure]

Are you a mum who'd like to get active but don't have childcare? You and your baby can come along to our weekly Active Mums Classes.

We have a brand new drop in class starting at Tumbles at Portobello on Wednesdays from 17th Jan, bookable online. See more https://t.co/nxaYEsESBG