Personal Stories

Leading By Example

Published: 20 September 2023

To celebrate National Fitness Day 2023, we got up and active in our workplace, setting an example by taking part in a daily 10k walking challenge, dancing in the office, and sharing what inspires us to be active.

Opening Facilities During Teacher Strikes

Published: 13 July 2023

When teacher strikes began earlier this year, Winchester based boxing coach, Rocky, decided to open the gym to young people who couldn’t go to school. He created a safe space and an opportunity to get some physical activity in their day.

The Power of Bold Leaders

Published: 21 June 2023

A kundalini class, hosted by Alla for Ukrainian refugees, made such an impact on four women’s lives that they have stepped forward to become instructors themselves. This is the story of how one person can make a difference.

A Step in The Right Direction

Published: 31 May 2023

May is National Walking Month, and one Hampshire resident, Colin, has been walking at least 15,000 steps every day! Now, he's sharing what his motivations were and how he achieved this.

The Energise Me team on team walk

Inspiring Active Lives in The Workforce

Published: 25 May 2023

Kelly is a naturally energetic person who has always found fun in being physically active. She is passionate about sharing that love with others. This is how she helps keep the Energise Me team moving.

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?

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.

Alla teaching an outdoor yoga class in the summer.

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.

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!’

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