Which wearables and apps work with UoN Sport Moves+?
February 16, 2021
Did you get a new wearable fitness tracker for Christmas? Or do you just want to get the most out of your wearable and earn points as you go? The UoN Sport Moves+ app can be synced with a number of smart watches and fitness apps, so here is a definitive guide to which ones …
The top 5 ways that connecting with friends can help you make the most of Moves+
February 9, 2021
So you’ve downloaded Moves+ and connected your wearable, but what next? Connecting with your friends, team members or colleagues might give you the motivation you need to get active and make the most of the Moves+ app! Friends can hold you accountable Ever wanted to cancel your fitness class and stay in bed, but you can’t because you are …
Finding Consistency in Fitness in Inconsistent Times
February 2, 2021
It often feels as though the only certainty of these past ten months has been uncertainty. Lockdowns, gyms open, closed, open, then closed again. With such inconsistency, it is understandable to see our focus towards fitness, follow that pattern of unpredictability. What can we do to find more certainty with our fitness when things remain …
Keeping mentally fit in lockdown
January 28, 2021
It is ok to feel unsettled, anxious and a little bit lost, especially since we entered the first lockdown. Please know that you’re never alone in these feelings, and this article is here to help. Read more as Fitness Instructor, Sean, discusses some basic tips and links to help keep mentally fit in lockdown. Get …
All I want for Christmas is some Green and Gold
December 7, 2020
December is just around the corner so we have created a short list of sporty Christmas gifts you could be giving or receiving this Christmas. Lets be honest, no University of Nottingham student’s Christmas list would be complete without some PlayerLayer kit. Whether you decide on getting the general sports kit or something specific to …
6 Tips to Help You Stay Focused on Your Fitness During Lockdown
November 17, 2020
Since the second national lockdown was announced many have reverted back to exercising in their living rooms in a bid to keep fit and mentally strong during these testing times. In this blog, fitness expert, Michael reflects on behaviours in the last lockdown and provides tips stay motivated. I’m sure many of us are worried …
Planning your 75 minute workout
August 13, 2020
To manage capacity and maintain social distancing, all members are required to pre-book their activity via your online account in advance. The bookable sessions in the fitness suite will be limited to 75 minutes to allow for cleaning in between sessions. In this blog, fitness instructor, John, gives top tips to ensure you get the most out of …
Keeping Connected in Lockdown and Beyond
August 12, 2020
While we ready our indoor sport and fitness facilities for our phased reopening later this month, we will continue to offer services to keep you fit. In this blog, we will discuss how you can best utilise these services to get the most out of your experience with us. Health and Wellbeing Home Over the …
8 learnings from the 8-week Shreddy challenge
July 10, 2020
The University of Nottingham Sport partnered with Fit Tech Brand, Shreddy in support of the female activation programmes for students in February 2020. Ambassador Alex Pitt, works to promote our female activation programmes such as Girls Night In and Empower. She joined the Shreddy community in December 2019, after the partnership between her programmes and …
Make yourself familiar with the Foam Roller
July 6, 2020
The lockdown has created a situation nobody could have predicted and whilst it has caused peoples lives to turn upside down it is worth looking at the positives. Many people have now found new ways to stay in shape at home. Many people who would have previously avoided fitness training have now become more active. …
