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Community 1st Cornwall Sponsored Family Run4Fun a success PDF Print E-mail
Monday, 10 November 2008 09:55

St Meriadoc C of E V.A. Junior School in Camborne saw pupils, staff and parents take part in the free Run4Fun event on 6th November.

The free family event was sponsored by Community 1st Cornwall, Cornwall & Isles of Scilly’s local LIFT company, and organised by national sports development charity StreetGames, with local support from LEAPActive, who work throughout Cornwall encouraging people to become more physically active in there daily lives, to encourage participation in sport, and raise awareness of healthy living as the Country gears up to host the 2012 Olympics and Paralympics....
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Why physical activity?

  • Your heart and lungs work more efficiently
  • Improve strength and muscle tone
  • Improve flexibility and range of movement
  • Posture and balance
  • Increase independence and mobility
  • Provide effective treatment of obesity when combined with a healthy eating plan
  • Psychological well-being and reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety
  • Increase social activity preventing the feeling of isolation and loneliness

Whats stopping you?

  • I'm too busy!

    • No you're not! You can incorporate activity into everyday life. Walk to the local shop, use the stairs not the lift.

  • I might over-do it!

    • You don't need special equipment and clothes. We will show you inexpensive and even free ways to increase your daily activity levels.

  • I'm not sure how much to do!

    • You are never too old or young to start and activity doesn't have to be vigorous. We can help you start off gently and build up gradually, making a real change to your health and ability.

  • I don't like doing things by myself!

    • Our LEAP Activators will be there to support you throughout your program. We will come along with you to your chosen activity and help put you in touch with others. Besides making an improvement to your health and well-being, you will have the opportunity to meet new friends and become more self-confident.