Physical activity

The physical activity service within RAMH is designed to support service users to increase their levels of exercise and activity. This support is viewed as a positive way to sustain and improve their physical and mental health and wellbeing.

Our supports are offered to all individuals aged 16+ who are experiencing mental health problems, to provide exercise, structure and social connectivity through engagement in physical activity. There are a range of short term interventions offered in the form of physical activity groups’ and one to one support. This includes:

• Initial consultation (Fit Stop assessment) to determine current mental wellbeing, address and overcome any perceived barriers to participation and identify activities that may be of interest.
• Group activities such as walking, swimming, football, relaxation and more
• One to one support for those needing support to access community activity such as the gym, keep fit classes, and/or other activities identified through the Fit Stop assessment
• Helping to identify and support to access activities in the local community
• Progress review following a predetermined amount of activity
• Links to programs at local sports centres

In 2022, the physical activity service worked in partnership with Glasgow Calendonia University students to create a new online self-management resource, Walking Bingo, available here.

Email enquiries@ramh.org to discuss the service further.