S.H.I.N.E Programme

It's your time to SHINE!

Structured Health Improvements through Nutrition and Exercise is a collection of 12 projects designed to make choosing a healthy lifestyle even easier in the Royal Borough.

1. Walking

   There's no doubt about it, walking is good for you. It's good for your heart, it's good for your lungs, it's good for muscle and bone growth and it gives you a great sense of wellbeing!
   The Royal Borough is fortunate to have an extensive network of public rights of way as well as a number of recreational routes including the Thames Path, a national trail that runs alongside the River Thames. Boasting picturesque scenery and some award-winning attractions and pubs, it's a fantastic place to enjoy the great outdoors.
   
   Special walks leaflets have been produced and are available from local libraries, leisure centres, Customer Service Centres and on the Public rights of way publications web page.
   
   A walking club operates in association with BodyZone gyms on a regular basis - a great way to explore the countryside together and make new friends. Walking with SHINE helps you record the health benefits every step of the way.
   
   

2. Parks and Open Spaces

   Whether it's sports activities, informal play, a brisk walk or a gentle stroll, with your Guide to Parks and Open Spaces you can choose where to take in the glorious surroundings of the Royal Borough. FREE copies of the guide to Parks and Open spaces are available from all Advantage Card issuing sites and customer service centres.
   
   

3. Swimmobility

   FREE swimming for all physically disabled swimmers with learning difficulties at all times, including a helper.  All you need to do is bring proof of entitlement and join the 350 other swimmers using the scheme.
   Magnet Leisure Centre: 01628 633899
   Windsor Leisure Centre: 01753 850004
   
   

4. Giving up smoking

   If you really want to quit smoking for good, then join the smoking cessation at either the Windsor or Magnet Leisures Centres. Linked with the NHS framework you can receive the support and encouragement from experienced professionals. This established scheme has already helped many residents break the habit. Contact Tim Grove on 01628 777003 or Sarah Robinson on 01753 842194.
   
   

5. GP Referral

   Twelve-week health scheme with exercise tailored to your medical needs (FREE to those on free prescriptions). This scheme has been successful in treating people with various conditions, such as high blood pressure (hypertension), high cholesterol, obesity, cardiac, back and joint complications.
   Please consult with your GP regarding referral or to find out information about the scheme please contact one of the BodyZone gyms for your consultation and personal exercise plan:
   Contact: Time Grove, Maidenhead 01628 777003 or Kevin Johnson, Windsor 01753 842194.
   
   

6. THROB/Cardiac and Stroke Rehabilitation

   High quality remedial exercise programmes for residents with cardiac problems. Contact your local Lifestyle Referral Co-ordinator at one of the BodyZone gyms and join in safe, fun exercise classes.
   Contact: Wendy Sivyer on 01344 890716, or for Maidenhead 01628 777003, for Windsor 01753 842194 or visit the Throb Rehab website.
   
   

7. Personal Training

   One-to-one training guidance to help motivate and realise your fitness and lifestyle goals. To arrange your personalised fitness plan, call:
   
   Foundation at Windsor Leisure Centre on 01753 624205
   Kathy Bradford at Charters Leisure Centre on 01344 628686
   Sue Kitson at BodyZone Braywick Park on 07800 571791
   
   

8. Advantage Card

   FREE membership scheme for all residents. Bring along two proofs of residency to one of the issuing sites to receive your own photo ID membership card.
   
   

9. Advantage Plus

   The Royal Borough operates a number of concessionary priced facilities for residents only (yellow advantage card holders) at its Leisure Centres for a multitude of sections of the community. Advantage PLUS prices are available to advantage card holders who are on the following benefits:
   • Council Tax Benefit
   • Housing Benefit
   • Job Seekers Allowance
   • Income Support
   • Working Tax Credit
   • Disability Benefit
     
     

10. Sbug - 10th - 23rd May 2008

    Sbug Fortnight promises to be a great celebration of sports and leisure opportunities linking sports clubs, schools, organisations and leisure centres across the Royal Borough. 
    
    

11. BZ Generations

    Brilliant membership to the BodyZone for 13-19yr olds. Simply ring your local BodyZone gym to book an induction and get your fitness fix started. You can enjoy a workout for just £1 during the school holidays.
    
    

12. Active Opportunities for 5-12yr olds

    Action-packed holiday and term-time programmes are run throughout the Royal Borough. To find out more please contact your local Sports Development team:
    
    Daniel Saunders on 01344 628686
    Lee Ovens on 01628 633899
    Claire Yeoman on 01753 850004

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