On Track at Theatre Royal Plymouth Review
March 2020. A world plunged into self-isolation; where society has been forced to quarantine in order to remain safe from a deadly new infection–COVID-19. This is exactly where On Track, a 60 minute co-production from RedCape Theatre and South Street Arts opens;...
Getting to Know Your Plymouth Marjon Patriots – #24 Will White
At Marjon, Will is completing a degree in Sports Therapy whilst pursuing a career in the BBL with the Plymouth City Patriots. But how did he get here? Last Summer, whilst playing in 3×3 tournaments Will caught the eye of fan favourite Elvisi Dusha, who he’s known...
When lucy met the Bluetits
https://sites.marjon.ac.uk/doughnut/files/2022/04/Bluetits-AUDIO-CLIP-NO.-2-MP3.mp3 On Tuesday 12th April I went down to the white steps of Tinside on Plymouth Hoe, where I had arranged to meet Claire Cassidy of the Plymouth Ladies Bluetits group. Tinside is where...
The fight goes on to save five Cornish leisure centres from closure
Saltash Leisure Centre is one of five Cornish leisure centres, currently under the threat of imminent closure. Centres at Saltash, Wadebridge, Falmouth, Launceston, and the hydrotherapy pool at St Austell, could all face closure as early as March 2022. In Saltash, the...
Graham Potter – The New Manager Of The Month?
Is Graham Potter to be the new Premier League Manger of the Month? It has not been an easy ride for the Seagulls with the teams first win of this year against Leeds in early January. Potter is up against Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta, Manchester City’s Pep...
The four types of exercise you need to keep fit in the new year
There are four main types of exercise, each will benefit your health and wellbeing in different ways. They include aerobic (cardio or endurance), strength, flexibility and balance. For whatever reason, you are looking to start exercising be sure to incorporate all...
Caffeine, why drinking it may not be for everyone.
Your morning cup of coffee believe it or not is a psychoactive drug, one that is not controlled by the government and is widely available around the world. Caffeine is in fact the most widely consumed psychoactive substance on the planet. Although caffeine has no...
Beach walks found to have positive mental health impacts
As the UK enter a second lockdown, many people find themselves wanting some time out of the house for some fresh air. For those living in Cornwall, there are many scenic routes, coastal paths and beaches to explore for some daily exercise. With PM Boris Johnson asking...
Return of the pool
It was the news I’d been waiting for, and I discovered it by accident on the last day of September. An announcement by Saltash Councillor Hilary Frank was made on her Facebook page: “I’m pleased (and relieved) to say that the Saltash Leisure Centre will re-open...
Women’s Lacrosse #get involved
2019 promotional film for Plymouth Marjon University’s women’s lacrosse...
Hobby v addiction: how much is too much?
By Mollie York, Kaya Bos, Reece Carter How much is too much when it comes to exercise? One million of the 46 million physically active people in the UK are taking performance enhancers like anabolic steroids. Though the number of people indulging in steroids may seem...
How to stay healthy on a budget at uni
By Ollie Noy Scott, Mia Prescott, Kieran Gilbert, Neve Solomon and Ben Scott Although you may think you’re ready to jump into life at uni – things may be more complicated than you think. Planning is essential, especially if you want to keep yourself healthy and active...
