Our Fitness Suite boasts 5 treadmills, 3 cross-trainers, 3 bikes, 3 rowing machines, 12 resistance machines and a free weights area. Our Gym Club is FREE to all and it is open every Wednesday for the academic year. Our Sport and Recreation students are on hand to offer advice regarding exercising and nutrition. We can make a personalised exercise programme complimented by a healthy eating plan to support your exercise routine for FREE.
Why join us?
Research has shown that students who take part in exercise regularly are more likely to do well academically (UCC 2012) due to the extra oxygen supplied to the brain which helps students to remain concentrated in class and during study at home. Exercise not only helps the body physically, but it is a proven method to help boost your mental health by sending endorphins to the brain to make you feel better.
For more information on health and fitness, please visit the following resources:
Websites:
https://www2.hse.ie/wellbeing/why-being-active-helps-your-health.html
https://www2.hse.ie/wellbeing/mental-health/exercise-and-your-mental-health.html
https://safefood.net/healthy-eating
Free Fitness Apps for Android or iPhone:
- My FitnessPal
- Nike Run Club
- FitOn
- Strava
You Tube Channel:
- The Body Coach TV - Joe Wicks