Gaining weight often happens gradually as a result of modern-day life and the odd unhealthy habit.
It can be hard to lose weight and even harder to sustain it, which is why people can't easily do it on their own.
TIP - why not try swapping sugary drinks for water. May be use smaller plates (this can trick you into thinking you're eating more when your plate is full making the portion looking bigger). Check out more tips.
Making small, simple changes to what and how much you are eating and drinking can really help you lose the pounds.
To find out more about losing weight safely and keeping it off, check out the NHS weight loss guide - a free 12-week diet and exercise plan.
What you eat, and how much, is so important for your health and your waistline.
For more on getting the right balance with your diet and enjoying your ‘5 a day’, plus thoughts on shelving sugar, cutting back on fat and much more click here.
No matter how much you do, physical activity is good for your body and mind.
Exercise can also reduce your risk of developing heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, dementia, Alzheimer's disease and some cancers.
A daily brisk walk can boost your energy, lift your mood and make everyday activities easier.
Why not take advantage of our great on-site gym facilities to help maintain your fitness and support weight loss.
Our in-house Fitness Advisor is able to provide advice and support on physical activity, healthy weight management, diet and nutrition. This support is available to colleagues from all departments via the SYFR Occupational Health service.
For those not able to visit gyms or perhaps you prefer to exercise at home, a number of online workout sessions (ranging from 10-45 mins) created by fitness experts InstructorLive are available FREE from the NHS Fitness Studio's selection of exercise videos. Take your pick from 24 instructor-led videos covering aerobics, strength and resistance, pilates and yoga by clicking here.
For other ideas why not try the Couch to 5k (running) and Active 10 (walking) apps.
For any of our staff with various long-term conditions such as Coronary Heart Disease (CHD), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), diabetes etc, you may be able to access exercise / health referral schemes in your local area.
Exercise / Health Referral Schemes are a great way for people with long term health conditions to increase their activity levels and better look after their health with the support of highly qualified staff. You can normally access these programmes via a referral from a health professional, e.g. your GP, or you can self-refer online. For more information about these services across South Yorkshire, including eligibility and to make contact:
Barnsley
https://www.bpl.org.uk/barnsley-community-health/long-term-exercise-in-barnsley
Sheffield
https://www.sheffieldcitytrust.org/fitness/exercise-referral
Rotherham
https://www.gethealthyrotherham.co.uk/for-referrers
Doncaster
https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/health-wellbeing/getting-active
Doncaster Rovers also offer an adult fitness course (Fit Rovers) based at the Keepmoat Stadium, aimed at men over the age of 30, free of charge. Find out more here - https://clubdoncasterfoundation.co.uk/health-and-wellbeing/fitrovers
Type 2 diabetes is a common condition that causes the level of sugar (glucose) in the blood to become too high. We can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by:
If you are at high risk, you may be eligible for the free NHS Healthier You service - speak to your GP to find out more.
Check your risk scoreSave money on a new bike and spread the cost - join the Cycle to Work Scheme.
SYFR staff can buy bikes from an approved supplier at a discounted price, exclusive of VAT. Payments are then deducted from your salary, tax free.
Please note as of August 2020 we have increased the spending cap to £5,000 (from £1,000) and the maximum repayment terms have been extended to 36 months (from 12 months).
At SYFR we are proud to be a part of the Cycle to Work Scheme. Joining the scheme couldn't be easier, you get to choose the bike and accessory kit that is right for you. In fact you can save up to 39% on the cost of a new bike and equipment.
You can apply online by following this link. (NB - this will take you directly to the start of the application process on our partner's (Cyclescheme) website).
For more information see the BENEFITS section of the SYFR staff intranet
