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 …
International Volunteer spotlight: Tia Papoutselou
December 4, 2020
Saturday 5 December marks International Volunteer Day and to celebrate, our Leadership Academy ambassador Grace Dixon spoke to Leadership Academy volunteer and international student, Tia Papoutselou about her experiences. What is International Volunteer Day? International Volunteer Day is an annual event and a great opportunity to celebrate the diversity of everyone involved in volunteering. It’s …
Taking a closer look at mental health and exercise
December 3, 2020
The links between physical activity and our mental health isn’t a newly discovered phenomenon. There has been an ongoing awareness around the connections and correlations between the two for some time. Therefore, what you’re about to read isn’t necessarily meant to be ground-breaking knowledge. Instead, let it serve as a reminder of the ways exercise, …
Inclusive Sport Scholar Spotlight: Martha Evans
In celebration of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Disability Sport Team at the University of Nottingham has teamed up with some of our fantastic scholars. Harry Manship, Disability Sport Ambassador, speaks to Martha Evans to give you an exclusive insight into a day in her life as an elite student athlete. The day …
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 …
4 Reasons to get involved in Engage Inclusive Sessions
November 2, 2020
This week marks the beginning of the Engage Inclusive Sports Sessions as part of Be U Week! They give disabled students the opportunity to get involved in a wide array of new sports and meet new people. The week includes sessions from sports like Badminton, Powerlifting, Handball, Triathlon, Wheelchair Basketball and many more. They are …
How to prevent injury when returning to the gym
August 24, 2020
This week we re-opened the David Ross Sport Village alongside the Sutton Bonington Sport Centre. We are excited to welcome you back to our fitness facilities and understand that you will be ready to jump back into your training programme. We caught up with our experts at the Sport Injury Clinic to provide top tips …
Alumni Spotlight: James Bramley
August 21, 2020
The University of Nottingham alumni community stands at over 280,000 worldwide. Many of these graduates were involved in sport during their time at the University and their experiences have had a lasting impact on their careers and personal lives. This week, we hear from another alumnus whose university experience and career to date have been …
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 …
What keep in mind before your first visit back to the gym
August 12, 2020
When you first return to the gym, various new measures will have been put in place to keep members, students and staff safe amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Fitness Suite changes The gym will have implemented a one-way system and certain pieces of equipment may have been removed from the gym floor e.g. TRX Suspension Trainers and small accessories with high touch points such …
