Health & Hustle News

Now we are in July there is a significant change with the weather.  "IT IS HOT, DAMN HOT" Summer is the time to get active but is also a time to be sensible when exercising in heat periods during the day.  Try the early morning or late evening runs, also remember the hot periods in the day will have an impact when walking dogs and yourself.  Here is a good tip, walk the sun and run the shade, plan your route and take water with you.  Also make sure you have a mobile with you if you have any issues and need emergency support for either yourself or someone else you come across. 

Tuesday 2nd July was a busy day for the health & hustle team supporting the Focus on Mental Health Conference hosted by 2gether and Gloucestershire Care Services at Walls Club in Barnwood Gloucester.  This was a great opportunity for NHS staff and 3rd sector providers to find out about the health & hustle and how we support health & wellbeing in the workplace.


Couch to 5KM is progressing as we move into week 2 of the OneYou #C25K programme.  The group meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 5PM at Edward Jenner Court.  Parking is available on site if you wish to travel to join the group with access to toilet and shower facilities. 

The programme is open to every level of ability and follows a nine week programme that includes certificates for achieving the 5km goal.  We have other groups available if you are running longer distances and have a number of coaches to support you with training plans, stretch exercises and general advice.  As part of the July and August months we have a team registered for "Beat the Street" this is a great way to get active and all the family can join in.  You can pick cards up from Libaries and register online to take part.  Why not join team H8H2019? 

Laura Harvey has started leading the way for the team and has been active scoring points already.  The maps allow you to plan your routes and you can either cycle, run or walk (No Cars) All you have to do is find the beat boxes.  The game will run from 26 Jun until 7 August so lets get active.