Healthy clubs update from our Health & Wellbeing Officer Margaret Doyle
As the year of 2019 drew to a close I informed you that the prospect of our clubs application for National Healthy Clubs Phase 4 was in my opinion looking good. Thankfully this proved to be 100 per cent correct. This is an 18/24 months phase where our club is monitored by the feedback to Headquarters.
On February 01st I travelled to Dublin to a very informative and enjoyable day in Croke Park and I have to thank Mary O Connor for her hospitality and company on the day. Out of 210 clubs that applied for this Phase 150 approx. were accepted.
We began our year with a very successful Operation Transformation Ireland Lights Up 8 week Programme in January. Thanks to every one of you who made this a success. A most interesting evening was also held in February when a First Aid and talk on concussion was held, organised by Coiste Na Oige Chairman Seamus and thanks also to Liam and Des. Unfortunately for now further plans are on hold.
I like everyone else am hoping the Covid 19 restrictions are lifted shortly, but for now have to obey the rules and follow the guidelines.
Anyone in the community who needs any shopping or medication collected; do not hesitate to contact the club or Local Garda Station. We may be in isolation but there is no need to feel isolated help is only a Call or Text away.
As always feedback for the times we find ourselves living in would be very welcome. I know many of you are very good with technology and fitness, your input to the club would be very much appreciated. Any ideas of any kind will be considered.
It is important that we keep our club family connected.
My contribution as I finish this report to you for now is: 5 Ways of Wellbeing
1. Connect:
Try to make connection with those around you or by contacting a friend or club squad member of your team.
2. Be Active:
Try and get at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise each day ,depending on your fitness level.
3. Take Notice:
Broaden your awareness of those around you Learn new skills and be mindful of each skill you learn.
4. Learn:
Set yourself goals in life and in sport and try to learn from others.
5. Give:
People who help others are more likely to be happier people. Try to commit to an act of kindness each week.
To finish, in the words of Cork footballer Eoin Cadogan - “Maintaining your Mental Fitness is no different to maintaining your Physical Fitness. You need to work on both constantly.”
If I can be of help to anyone in the community, contact me on 0879181970.
Stay Safe, Regards
Margaret Doyle,
Spa GAA Healthy Clubs Officer