Join a Campaign
Joining a fitness campaign is an excellent way to get active, improve your health, and become part of a supportive community. These campaigns are designed to make physical activity accessible and enjoyable for people of all fitness levels, offering structured programs and social engagement that help participants stay motivated.
Physical activity campaigns also offer a strong sense of community. When you join a campaign you’re not just exercising; you’re connecting with others who share similar goals. This social aspect can be incredibly motivating, helping you stay committed to your fitness journey. Additionally, these campaigns often have volunteers and organisers who provide guidance, encouragement, and celebrate your progress, making the experience more enjoyable.
They are a great way to get active, improve your health, and become part of a community that supports your fitness goals.
There are lots of local and national campaigns you can join that aim to help get you active.
Fall Proof
Fall Proof is a campaign for those looking to improve balance, strength, and coordination, especially older adults or individuals concerned about falls. This campaign focuses on exercises that reduce the risk of falls and enhance overall stability, which is crucial for maintaining independence and quality of life. By participating in Fall Proof, you can build confidence in your physical abilities, prevent injuries, and enjoy a better sense of well-being.
Park run
Parkrun is a free, weekly 5K event that takes place in parks across the globe, with 9 park run locations in Gloucestershire. Whether you’re a beginner looking to start running or a seasoned runner aiming to maintain your fitness, Parkrun provides a supportive environment where you can run, jog, or walk at your own pace. The inclusive nature of Parkrun encourages people of all ages and abilities to participate, making it an excellent way to improve cardiovascular health, build stamina, and enjoy the outdoors.
National campaigns
NHS Better Health
The NHS Better Health campaign provides resources and support to help people improve their health and well-being. It offers practical advice on weight loss, healthier eating, quitting smoking, and getting more active. The campaign includes a variety of free tools, such as apps and online guides, to help users set and achieve personal health goals.
Love to Ride
Love to Ride is a global cycling platform and community aimed at encouraging more people to ride bicycles. The platform hosts a variety of challenges and events that promote cycling, offering a fun and social way to get more people involved in regular cycling, whether for commuting, fitness, or leisure. You can even win prizes for taking part!
This Girl Can
This Girl Can is a campaign launched by Sport England that aims to create a supportive community where women feel encouraged to participate in physical activities without fear of judgment or failure. The campaign has been widely successful, with millions of women inspired to get moving .
We Are Undefeatable
We Are Undefeatable is a national campaign supporting people with a range of long-term health conditions. The campaign aims to support and encourage finding ways to be active in a way that works for you and your health condition. Being Undefeatable is understanding that how you feel can change from day-to-day, that everybody’s situation is unique, and that moving more when you can is just as important as accepting when you can’t.
