OUT & ABOUT
Langsett Reservoir Less than five miles from
Penistone sits Sheffield’s biggest water supply reservoir which boasts some of the most breath-taking views across the water vista. This walk is particularly popular with visitors during the winter months. From the free car park, you can go two ways to walk the full perimeter of the reservoir: either via the road or through woodlands, both of which take you up a steady
climb to a moorland area and the North America ruins. But your rewards will be the resplendent panoramic views. Bird watchers may spot interesting species including treecreepers, owls and woodpeckers.
The short woodland walk is accessible for wheelchair users and pushchairs, however the climb to the moors is craggy and can be difficult under foot so please take due care and attention.
Get active
But this year, particularly during tighter restrictions, it is more important than ever to keep our bodies active and our minds healthy.
Here are some of our top ways of keeping healthy in a Covid safe way.
Join a walking group
Walking groups are the perfect way to keep active with so many health benefits. Firstly, they get you out into the fresh air which can give you more energy and reduce stress and anxiety. They also encourage you to socialise with like-minded people while still being able to maintain social distancing guidelines.
Virtual classes
Worsbrough Country Park Covering over 240 acres,
Worsbrough Mill Country Park’s reservoir is a haven for wildlife and a favourite haunt for anglers and bird watchers as well as families looking for an accessible walk.
There are three nature walks within the park boundaries and leaflets are available free of charge from the Millers Tea Room and mill shop on-site. The Owl Walk: A walk
incorporating many past industries but can be muddy in wet weather. Approximately 5km. The Badger Walk: A fairly level walk following Worsbrough Reservoir with only very slight inclines in places. Suitable for wheelchair access. Approximately 3.5km. The Fox Walk: A reasonably level walk with a few inclines. Suitable for wheelchair access. Approximately 2km.
Thank you to Beryl Faries from Rotherham Metro Ramblers for her help with this article
If you’re not quite ready to hit the gym again yet or to join in your favourite exercise class then virtual classes will give you all of the benefits of your usual workout without having to leave your home. Substitute dumbbells for tins of food and away you go.
Always consult your doctor before starting a new fitness regime. The team at Pivotal Health and Wellbeing are always there to help you on your health and fitness journey. They offer a wide range of free weekly wellbeing sessions including walking groups, family fitness classes and general exercise classes through affordable and funded projects, along with pay as you go Pivotal Fitness classes.
your way with Pivotal Health and Wellbeing
Looking after our physical and mental health should always be at the top of our priorities.
At home workouts
If you’re looking for a more intense workout and prefer to exercise solo and in your own time, then give this 20-minute full body circuit a try.
WARM UP:
40 seconds on each exercise with a 10 second rest in between each one (repeat x3) Jogging on spot Heel flicks Arm circles Star jumps Squats
CIRCUIT:
40 seconds on each exercise with 10 second rest before starting the next move (repeat x4 with one- minute rest between each set). High knees Alternate lunges Jump squats Mountain climbers Press ups Plank
Sprint on the spot Burpees
Adapt each of these exercises to work at your own fitness level and take it at your own pace with added rests if needed.
Classes are held at New York Stadium and Rosehill Junior School but please contact the Pivotal team direct for more information.
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