Walking app delivers health benefits
8 February 2018
Medal Routes has been designed by Ramblers Scotland after a pilot project proved successful
An innovative trial has helped people who use a drug treatment centre to get out and about.
Over the past year, Ramblers Scotland has been working with the City of Edinburgh Council and NHS Lothian’s Drug Treatment Testing Order office (DTTO) to offer walking routes to those undergoing treatment for substance abuse and NHS staff.
The Medal Routes app features 15, 30 and 60-minute circular walks at 80 locations throughout Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Participants were encouraged to take part by DTTO officers, with the vast majority reporting that short walks had a positive impact on their mood, wellbeing and health.
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