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Prepare your bodies for winter with the Nourish & Move programme

As the days get shorter and colder, and we head towards the festive period when we tend to get very busy with social activities and preparations, sometimes we find ourselves running on fumes and that can lead to a fall in our immunity from the winter ailments.

To prepare yourself for winter, Healthiest Town is encouraging people to nourish their bodies this autumn with more movement and good wholesome food.

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Community cooking

Kicking of the autumn programme is a series of chef-led community cooking workshops. Running from October 24 to November 21, the classes are designed and led by a Ballintaggart chef whose aims are to show simple and healthy meals are also tasty and satisfying when you cook from scratch.

The sessions will cover:

  • Dahl and curries on Thursday October 24

  • Pulses, beans and lentils on Thursday October 31

  • Easy kids' meals on Thursday November 7

  • Healthy snacks on Sunday November 10

  • Weekend brunch on Thursday November 21

 

Whether you’re a regular in the kitchen or new to cooking, these sessions are for everyone. Classes cost just £6 and can be booked via Eventbrite.

 

Movement motivation

Now is also a good time to shine the spotlight on all the sports and activities that are taking place to help motivate us to get the blood flowing and work up an appetite for those delicious home-cooked meals.

We are encouraging people to aim to try at least five new activities over the autumn months from the list of 11 below.

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Please tag us on social media #ActiveAutumn and let us know how you are getting on. 

  • Sessions are led by a chef from Ballintaggart, which runs food shops, cafes, restaurants, hotels and a cookery school in Perthshire - for more information visit ballintaggart.com

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  1. Try a chair-based exercise session
    Perfect for those looking for gentle, accessible movement, this session offers seated exercises set to uplifting music that are a fun and social way to stay active without putting strain on your joints. Every Monday at the Birks Cinema from 11:15am to noon.

  2. Join a guided health walk
    Whether you're a seasoned walker or just getting started, this free, friendly walk is tailored to all abilities. Every Thursday at 10:30 am at the Aberfeldy Information Centre. 

  3. Explore cycling with ease
    Get moving on two wheels! Don’t worry if you don’t have a bike – electric bikes can be hired from Aberfeldy Community Cycle Workshop making it easier than ever to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. And you can find cycling routes here: Sustrans National Cycle Routes - Visit Aberfeldy

  4. Make a splash with water-based fitness
    Head to Breadalbane Community Campus for a range of swimming options. Whether you prefer lane swimming, a more relaxed social swim, or water fitness classes, there's something for everyone. Breadalbane Community Campus | Venues | Highland Perthshire | Live Active

  5. Stretch and strengthen with yoga
    Yoga is fantastic for improving flexibility, balance, and mental well-being. You can either join a local class or follow a free YouTube session from the comfort of your own home. Local classes include: Fridays at Fearnan Village Hall 10.15am to 11.40pm, suitable for all abilities and no experience necessary, £7 but first class free (bring a mat if you have one); Beginner men's class, Wednesdays, Fernbank Guest House, 7.30pm to 8.30pm, £10, 07812 174514. No matter your level, yoga is a great way to unwind and get moving at your own pace. 

  6. Anyone for tennis?
    Aberfeldy tennis club has turn up and play sessions on Tuesdays 10:30am to  12:30pm  and 6pm to 8pm, and  Thursdays 10:30am to 12:30pm.  Aberfeldy Tennis Club / Home (lta.org.uk)

  7. Pump up the action 
    Weight bearing exercises can strengthen muscles, joints and ligaments and improve bone density, but if you're new to this type of exercise it can be hard to know what you should do safely. Live Active holds kettlebell, bodypump and circuit classes at the Breadalbane Community Campus, check out the timetable here: Timetables (liveactive.co.uk)

  8. Party yourself fit
    Zumba is a latin-dance inspired fitness class with a focus on fun - Ballinluig Hall every Wednesday evening at 6.30pm or Zumba Gold (a lower impact class suitable for beginners and active seniors) on Fridays, 10.30am, Aberfeldy Town Hall.

  9. Run/Talk/Run or Walk/Talk/Walk
    Held on Mondays at 6.30pm, meeting at the community campus, this gentle 5km jog or walk includes an element of mental welbbeing too, as participants are encouraged to chat to others. RUN TALK RUN

  10. Unleash your inner ballet dancer
    Ballet for Wellbeing on Zoom, Monday mornings 10.30am to 11.30am. A basic ballet class which will leave you feeling poised, stretched and toned. No previous ballet experience required, first class is free, email Emma on ballet@birnamarts.com for information.

  11. Sign up for Santa Stride 2024
    Held on Saturday November 30, as part of the Aberfeldy Christmas Market in The Square, the routes are 2km, 5km or 7km long. Meet at 12.30pm for a 1pm start. Sign up here: Healthiest Town Santa Stride 2024

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