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Feeling Fitter32 January - June 2017 Feeling Fitter 32 part of Renfrewshire Walking Network Wednesday Community Walks Renfrewshire and around In association with Why Should I Go Walking? Walking is a great way to stay healthy and benefits are plentiful. Below are a few of the benefits that you can expect to gain by maintaining a level of walking which suits your ability. • Helps control weight • Builds and maintains healthy bones, muscles and joints • Improves the function of your heart and lungs • Relaxes you • Reduces signs of stress and anxiety • Gives you more energy • Reduces high blood pressure and cholesterol • Increases self confidence • Keeps the brain active Why not build up your walking programme If you are starting out on your first walk build up your fitness gradually and join one of the many health walks in your local community, meet lots of new friends and chat while the miles disappear and before you know, it’s time for a well earned cuppa, whilst reflecting on your morning’s exercise. Community Health Walks Low Level Flat Walks - lasting up to 1 hour. Next on the programme is Level 1A which is slightly longer than your health walk but you know you are ready for the challenge! Moving on to Level 1B which is slightly more adventurous than the last level, incorporating more inclines and walking for a slightly longer distance. Last level on the Renfrewshire Walking Network programme is Level 2 which incorporates all levels adding in rougher ground, longer time and distance walking but just as enjoyable with lots of company along the way! So whatever level you start at there is a walking group in Renfrewshire for you. Welcome Let me introduce you to Feeling Fitter 32! I am delighted to offer you another exciting programme which hopefully will give you hours of walking and chatting with your friends. I hope you enjoyed the anniversary celebrations on the last campaign and it was great to catch up with you all. As always, please look out for and support the special events as they happen throughout the year. At The Renfrewshire Walking Network we are proud to work with our partners and the links have strengthened through the years and I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone involved: The fantastic Volunteer Walk Leaders who give up their valuable time and without whom we wouldn’t have a successful programme. The Renfrewshire Walking Network Committee who work behind the scenes securing funds to enable the programme to operate Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park Rangers who share their wealth of knowledge with us Forestry Commission who are a valuable partner to the Network The Community Mental Health team who help us make a difference! Paths For All who support the walking programme on a national level and finally ... Not forgetting the many organisations and partners who have funded us through the years and supported the walking programme in its many forms from low level walks to community events. The Renfrewshire Walking Network is supported by Renfrewshire Leisure. I hope you enjoy Feeling Fitter 32 Happy Walking Everyone Thank you for your continued support Senga McLeod Senga McLeod Renfrewshire Leisure Community Activity Officer 3 Health Walking Groups In Your Local Community LOCHWINNOCH Every Monday meeting at McKillop Centre at 10.30am FERGUSLIE Every Monday meeting at St Ninians Church at 11.00am GLENBURN/FOXBAR Every Tuesday meeting at Glenburn Parish Church at 10.30am ERSKINE Every Tuesday meeting at Bargarran Community Centre at 10.30am BARSHAW PARK Every Thursday meeting at the middle entrance (café) at 10.30am JOHNSTONE Every Thursday meeting at Johnstone Town Centre (next to bandstand) at 10.30am. RENFREW Every Thursday meeting at Robertson Park Gates on Inchinan Road at 10.30am. LOCHFIELD Every Thursday meeting at Lysleland Church in Rowan Street at 10.30am. STROLL IN THE PARK Every second Tuesday at Paisley Town Hall at 11.00am starting on 17 January and fortnightly thereafter (for more information on this walk pattern please call Senga McLeod on 0141 842 3000) All walks last approx. 1 hour and are suitable for everyone Look out for new walks starting in a community near you ! 4 Level 1(A) 11 January ELDERSLIE JOLLY (CIRCULAR 6.2KM/3.9MLS) Join us today for a stroll around the historic village of Elderslie, the birthplace of William Wallace. The walk is on tarmac pavements & cycle track except for one short track which may have puddles and there are some gentle slopes. Comfortable shoes should be worn. Walk starts from the Wallace Monument in Elderslie at 10.30am. 25 January BREDILAND & THE CANDREN BURN (CIRCULAR 4.1KM/2.5MLS) Join us today as we venture around the Foxbar area where there is a lot of history for us to discover and enjoy. Our walk is mainly flat but as Foxbar sits on a hill we may encounter a slight incline. Comfortable shoes are advised. Walk Starts at 10.30am at Foxbar Community Centre 8 February ANNUAL TARTAN WALK (CIRCULAR 5.0KM/3.0MLS) Come along and join us on this popular annual event, where you are in for a morning of fun, laughter and song! The walk is suitable for everyone and walkers will be encouraged to walk at their own pace. The village will resound with Scots songs which we will sing along the way. Everyone is encouraged to wear a piece of tartan to get into the spirit of the event! Walk Starts at 11.00am at Castle Semple Visitor Centre 5 22 February GLENBURN MEANDER (CIRCULAR 4.0KM/2.5MLS) Join us today as we wander through the streets of Glenburn. Learn about the local history as we meander our way through the streets. This walk is mainly on surfaced paths and comfortable shoes are advised but there may be a few inclines to negotiate and time and care will be taken. Walk Starts at 10.30am at the LDS Church on Glenburn Road, just beyond the speed cameras. 8 March GARDEN DANDER (CIRCULAR 5.0KM/3.0MLS) Today we will visit a few gardens one of which was gifted to the people of Paisley by one of the town’s most prominent families. The walk is mainly on paved surfaces and comfortable shoes are advised. Walk Starts at 10.30am at West Primary School 22 March ALL PARKED OUT! (LINEAR 5.0KM/3.0MLS) Today our walk will take us through a couple of Paisleys parks as wee wander from one end of Paisley to another. This walk is flat for the most with a small incline to negotiate near the end of the walk but time and care will be taken. Walk Starts at 10.30am at Paisley Town Hall 5 April PARK LIFE (CIRCULAR 4.0KM/2.5MLS) Today we will visit one of Paisleys unsung parks where we can discover some of the towns history from there we will wander through the grounds of the old RAI as we make our way back to the start. Walk Starts at 10.30am at the Charleston Centre, Neilston Road 6 19 April FOUNTAIN, RIVER & WALKWAY DANDER (CIRCULAR 4.0KM/2.5MLS) Today we will visit the white cart as it flows through the centre of Paisley we will follow it in parts as we meander our way to visit the newly refurbished fountain in one of Paisleys oldest parks! Walk Starts at 10.30am outside Paisley Town Hall 3 May EAST END AMBLE (CIRCULAR 5.0KM/3.0MLS) Today we will venture in to the east end of the town and visit Mansion House Road where the dignitary back in the day used to live!! From there we will visit another place of interest before making our way back to the start. This walk is on surfaced paths and so comfortable shoes should be worn. Walk Starts at 10.30am at Paisley Town Hall 17 May DISCOVER THE AULD PAISLEY (CIRCULAR 4.0KM/2.8MLS) Today take a step back in time and visit places to discover what they used to be in times gone by. Paisley was once a bustling town full of industry, churches and prominent family houses. This walk may have a few inclines to negotiate but time and care will be given to them. Walk Starts at 10.30am at Paisley Town Hall 7 31 May HOUSTON SAUNTER (CIRCULAR 5.0KM/3.0MLS) Today our walk will visit the tranquil village of Houston where we will explore the quiet streets and green spaces, finished off with a lovely cuppa in the centre. This walk is on surfaced paths and comfortable shoes are advised. Walk starts at 10.30am at the Carrick Centre Houston 14 June ANNUAL POUND & PACE (CIRCULAR 14.9KM/7.9MLS) Today its all about charity as we put our best foot forward and venture around the famous Greenock Cut. This walk is on track and comfortable walking shoes/boots are recommended. This annual event raises funds for local charities and if you have one thats special to you then please let us know! Entry fee is £1 please spread the word and bring along a friend. Walk starts at 11.00am at Greenock Cut Visitors Centre 28 June OOR WEE TOON (CIRCULAR 4.0KM/2.5MLS) Today our walk remembers some of Paisleys inspirational people as we embark on a journey back in time and visit some of their legacies. This walk is mainly flat although may involve a slight incline and comfortable shoes are recommended. Walk Starts at 10.30am at Paisley Town Hall 8 Level 1(B) 11 January MICHAELS MURAL ADVENTURE (PART 1) (5.0KM/3.0MLS) Glasgow has a fantastic array of street murals.
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