health & fitneSS Stroke, exercise link not proven


Te Stroke Association says more research needs be to done to confirm whether high-intensity exercise can trigger an attack, aſter BBC presenter Andrew Marr claimed his stroke earlier this year was brought on following a vigorous exercise session. Te 53-year-old presenter


stated on his own pro- gramme, BBC Two’s Andrew Marr Show, that he had been overworking in the year lead- ing up to his stroke, but that it was sparked by an intense rowing machine workout. It is estimated that each year, 150,000 peo-


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BBC presenter Andrew Marr says vigorous exercise triggered his stroke


ple in the UK will have a stroke, most aged over the age of 65. It is believed Marr experi- enced two transient ischaemic attacks, or mini strokes, that went undiagnosed at the time. Te Stroke Association has released a state- ment stating regular exercise is an important


factor in stroke prevention and recovery. Spokeswoman Nikki Hill said: “We have heard anecdotally that some activities like vigorous exercise can sometimes cause blood vessels to burst. We need more research on the under- lying factors that might make that happen.” Details: http://lei.sr?a=U4u8t


Glasgow 2014 legacy funding distributed


SportScotland has distributed the first grants from the £10m Legacy 2014 Active Places Fund to 24 community proj- ects across the country. Te grant enables groups


to develop and revamp fit- ness facilities in the lead up to the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. A total of £1.2m has been awarded to projects in 15 local authorities. Projects that received


funding include £38,000 for Edinburgh’s Leith Links to develop tennis and petanque facilities and Children in Edinburgh, which will receive £87,900 for tennis and cycling in the city. Scottish minister for the Commonwealth


A total of £1.2m was delivered to fitness projects in this funding round


Games and sport Shona Robison said: “Tis fund allows individuals, young and old,


increased access to sport and physical activity, while also developing the skills and experience of users, coaches and volunteers.” Te end date for the next round of applica- tions is 1 July. Details: http://lei.sr?a=Y9x1Q


Council backs £13.5m leisure centre for Blackburn


A £13.5m leisure centre for Blackburn has received backing from the local council to replace the aging Waves Water Fun Centre. Te council approved £8.5m for the project,


with Blackburn College providing the remain- ing £5m. Facilities will include an eight lane


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25m pool; a 15m by 7m training pool; an 80-sta- tion fitness suite; an aerobics studio; a health suite with sauna and steamroom; two four- court sports halls and a sports science lab. Work is set to begin on the site in September. Details: http://lei.sr?a=f6B5G


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