Kirsty Brown Fitness For Life

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Menopause: Alternative to HRT for hot flushes now on NHS The non-hormonal daily pill could benefit 500,000 women for whom HRT is not suitable.

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February is Heart Month

Regular movement helps keep your heart strong and healthy by:
- Strengthening the heart muscle
- Improving circulation
- Lowering blood pressure

Our projects, including Get Out Get Active Wiltshire and She Can Be Active Wiltshire help you stay active regularly with local, organised sessions near you.

Every Move Matters!

One of our Stay Strong and Steady exercise classes has turned one year old. We will be hosting a birthday party Wednesday 26 November! There will be a SS&S class followed by tea, cake and a chat.

Try Something New for Free Bath and North East Somerset Better leisure centres, libraries, swimming pools, gyms, spas, pitches and other community spaces. Find you nearest centre and join the movement.

With 3 weeks to go until our annual Sport & Physical Activity Networking event, there are a handful of spaces remaining! Thank you to those who have signed up already, we can't wait for another year of great networking and information sharing.

Find out more and book now to avoid disappointment - https://wesport.org.uk/our-impact/sport-physical-activity-networking-event/

Every runner’s journey is filled with ups and downs moments of exhilaration, stumbles, doubts, and small victories. When you see this image, you might notice the misty road, the solitude, and a runner pushing through on her own path. But look closer: you’ll find the spirit of persistence and self-acceptance.

Running isn’t about perfection. It’s not always about speed, medals, or comparing yourself to anyone else. It’s about showing up for yourself on foggy mornings, on difficult days, when motivation is low or your legs feel heavy. The true accomplishment comes from moving forward, even one step at a time.

This image isn’t just for runners; it’s for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or hesitant to start. It’s easy to doubt yourself when progress seems slow or results aren’t immediate. But remember: every mile, no matter the pace, builds your strength. Every finish line you cross no matter how long it takes deserves celebration.

As a running community, let’s applaud every effort, not just the fast ones. Share your slow miles, your stories of perseverance. By embracing the journey at every pace, we inspire others to do the same, break free from self-judgment, and realize that a slow mile is always better than no mile.