Johann Duffy – Lanarkshire Health Walks Co-ordinator Introduce myself and the GWL project – partnership project with both North and South Lanarkshire Councils and funded by NHS Lanarkshire and Paths for All. Although I am based in and technically employed by NLC, I cover both local authorities. Main purpose of my role is to; Support existing walks Recruit and support volunteers Establish and promote new walks Johann Duffy – Lanarkshire Health Walks Co-ordinator duffyjoh@northlan.gov.uk 01698 402077 / 07903358424

What is a Health Walk? A short, safe, social, local, low level, volunteer led walk From 10 minutes up to 1 hour maximum Targeted at the inactive Set at a pace to suit individuals

Why Promote Walking? CHD is one of the main causes of premature death in the UK. Estimates show the main risk factors are; High Cholesterol PHYSICAL INACTIVITY Smoking High Blood pressure Across Scotland, inactivity is a major problem and Lanarkshire is no exception. Of all the 38 Community Health Partnerships in Scotland, North Lanarkshire ranked second highest in terms of the number of patients hospitalised with Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) which is one of the main causes of premature death in the UK. Estimates have shown that 37% of CHD deaths can be attributed to physical inactivity, 19% to smoking and 13% to high blood pressure. Britton, A. & McPherson, K. (2002) Monitoring the progress of the 2010 target for CHD Mortality: Estimated consequences on CHD incidence and mortality from changing prevalence of risk factors. London: National Heart Forum.

Why Promote Walking? *Based on 30 minutes exercise on five days of the week (data from Scottish Health Survey 2011)

Benefits of Walking IT’S FREE & ACCESSIBLE! Helps Manage Weight Improves Mobility and Flexibility & Reduces Falls Reduces Risk of Heart Disease, Stroke, Diabetes and some Cancers Can Improve Sleep Patterns It’s Sociable and a Chance to Make New Friends Increases Fitness and Energy Levels Improves Mood and Reduces Stress (Greenspace) IT’S FREE & ACCESSIBLE!

North Lanarkshire Health Walks Location Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Cumbernauld/Kilsyth Area Abronhill Community Education Centre Health Walk @9:30am Muirfield Centre, Cumbernauld Health Walk @11am Health Walk @11am (15 minutes only) Muirfield Centre (1st Fri at Kenilworth Medical Centre) Health Walk @10:30am Ian Nicholson Sports Centre, Muirhead Motherwell/Bellshill Area Various Locations within the GreenLink (Bellshill/ Forgewood/ Motherwell) Health Walk @11am (fortnightly) Pat Cullinan Centre, North Motherwell Health Walk @10am Orbiston Neighbourhood Centre, Bellshill Health Walk @1pm Wishaw/Shotts Area Community Centre, Greenfield Drive, Cambusnethan Life Long Learning Centre, Craigneuk Garrion People’s Housing Association, Gowkthrapple Coatbridge/Airdrie Area Glenboig Neighbourhood House (on hold)

GWL Successes 2014 North Lanarkshire South Lanarkshire Bellshill (Tuesday @ 1pm) – PERMANENT Gowkthrapple (Monday @ 1pm) – PILOT Muirhead (Tuesday @ 10:30am) – PILOT South Lanarkshire Strathaven (Thursday @ 10am) – PERMANENT Lanark (Wednesday @ 11am) – PERMANENT

Stepping Forward Targeting Coatbridge/Airdrie for new walks Taster walks planned Training Course early November Recruit volunteers Word of mouth Promotion New walks to follow..........

Health Walks Co-ordinator North Lanarkshire Council Any Questions?? For more information please contact; Johann Duffy Health Walks Co-ordinator North Lanarkshire Council Office: 01698 402077 Mobile: 07903358424 Email: duffyjoh@northlan.gov.uk