Fun, Friendship and Physical Activity

Published: 11 May 2023

Full-time wheelchair user, Hadley, loves sports. After struggling to find an inclusive activity, his parents found a wheelchair basketball team for him to join. Now he wants to let other children like him know that they can be physically active too.

Walk n Talk 4 Mental Health

Published: 19 April 2023

During lockdown, Jude was looking for a way to manage her own mental wellbeing. What started as walking while talking to friends on the phone, soon sparked a bigger idea. What if this was the essence of a walking group?

How do young people on the Isle of Wight feel about physical activity?

Published: 14 April 2023

If you’ve ever been curious about how young people feel about physical activity, our latest survey of young people on the Isle of Wight provides an interesting snapshot.

How do young people in Test Valley feel about physical activity?

Published: 14 April 2023

New insight explores the motivations, barriers and preferences of young people for engaging in physical activity.

City’s passion for Good Deeds prompts launch of GoodGym Southampton

Published: 30 March 2023

Excitement is growing as GoodGym announces that its first new area for three years will be Southampton!

New Year, Same Me… Just A Bit More Active!

Published: 29 March 2023

By challenging herself to walk 15,000 steps each day, Helen has made small life changes to be more physically active. Since, she has seen her mood improve and her confidence grow. This is how she did it.

Yoga For Ukrainian Refugees

Published: 16 March 2023

Before the war in Ukraine began, Alla and Dorota had never crossed paths. As refugees arrived in Hampshire, these two ladies were connected by the passion to help and make a difference. Together, they provided a yoga class spoken in Ukrainian.

What does flexible working mean at Energise Me?

Published: 10 March 2023

Lots of employers offer 'flexible' working. But what does that actually mean to their people?

Me, My Trainers and Determination

Published: 8 March 2023

After worrying about a fitness test at work, Amy decided to take matters into her own hands. So, she decided to start running. It wasn’t an easy journey, but with a bit of self-belief she now thinks: ‘bring it on!’

Funding received to support Hampshire and Isle of Wight Schools to open their sports facilities

Published: 8 March 2023

Energise Me has been awarded a share of up to £57 million worth of Opening School Facilities investment from the Department for Education.