Published: 10 March 2022
When Jasmine found out she was Dyslexic and Dyspraxic as a child, dance was the one thing to lift her spirits. Throughout her life it has been the thing to support her through tough times with her mental health.
Published: 3 March 2022
For Simon, losing his legs to diabetes completely changed his life. His first operation spurred a return to a sport he loved as a child. He shares how playing table tennis has kept him going through both amputations.
Published: 18 January 2022
People were always telling Yasmine not to exercise. But she has stopped listening and has now made a career out of her favourite hobby.
Published: 11 January 2022
After becoming fed up of walking alone, Sindhu decided to learn how to cycle so she and her family could get active together.
Published: 18 November 2021
When her daughter and partner started skateboarding together, 44-year-old Helen got fed up with watching from the sidelines. She got her own board, and after getting over some initial fear of judgement, she found her own passion for the sport.
Published: 16 November 2021
One of the biggest changes in a women's life is having a baby and as life changes so do the ways we choose to be active. Charlotte shares how she has adapted how she chooses to be active during her pregnancy.
Published: 28 October 2021
Although we have been out of lockdown for a little while now, it's ok to still have nerves about returning to life as it was before COVID. For Sam, returning to the gym has been something she has put off doing due to fear.
Published: 10 September 2021
Nigel shares how karate has supported him through difficult times, allowed him to fundraise and been an important part of his life.
Published: 17 August 2021
Growing up Patricya was aware of being different. She was a tall tomboy and felt she stood out playing netball. After seeing how inclusive basketball teams are, she realised it was the sport for her.
Published: 5 August 2021
Gloria shares how having a knee operation led to her start gentle exercise at Active Nation. She has found a sense of community and camaraderie that has kept her going through the loss of her husband.
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