Published: 28 July 2022
Danielle had always been intrigued by running but was too anxious to go to her first session alone. When she finally did, it opened pathways she had never expected. Now, she's encouraging others to step out of their slippers and into their trainers.
Published: 12 July 2022
Throughout her life, Susan has always enjoyed combat sports. But after cancer and a few other injuries, she had to adapt and find a new way to stay active. Now at 70, she is still putting up a fight, fencing.
Published: 6 July 2022
Emma shares how she found ways to stay active while on her period. Now, she's encouraging other women to find out what movement suits them during their time of the month.
Published: 28 June 2022
Sonia wants to increase the accessibility of physical activity for underrepresented voices, starting with bilingual children in schools.
Published: 14 June 2022
Bowling Goldies aims to provide an informal and friendly bowling session for older adults in Andover to counter loneliness.
Published: 7 June 2022
After being diagnosed with hypermobility, Nik had to find a way to be physically active that better suited her needs. Now, at 48-years-old, she is inspiring others to take their first step into their fitness journey.
Published: 23 May 2022
It is not the fear of falling, but the fear of not being able to get back up that prevents some from an active lifestyle. That’s why Valley Leisure developed Steady and Strong exercise classes. They wanted to share techniques to standing back up.
Published: 4 May 2022
Jenny shares how she rebuilt her relationship with exercise after years of hammering her body with little rest. Now she’s helping others to look after themselves.
Published: 8 April 2022
For Jared, what started as an experiment to find a hobby where he didn’t have to hide that he was trans, turned into a lifeline for looking after his mental wellbeing. Weightlifting has helped him through depression and PTSD.
Published: 5 April 2022
Julie shares how for her, Squash is about so much more than activity. Playing the sport, she has met a group of friends who are always there to support each other through the ups and downs of life.
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