Take to the streets

Archived press release

Date Published: 12/04/10

Give sport or exercise a go

Now spring is here, and the days are getting longer and warmer, it’s time to get out, ‘take to the streets’ and give sport or exercise a go.

For anyone looking to train for a forthcoming sports event, requiring help to develop their fitness and stamina or perhaps looking for ways of making their dream of cycling the local Tour de Vale a reality, Reactivate Bucks (the campaign that connects people to hundreds of sports and activities across the county) is here to help.

James Cracknell, Double Olympic Gold Medalist, is supporting Reactivate Bucks in its aim to help local people get one step nearer to achieving their personal fitness and exercise goals. James explains: “Regardless of what you’re training for, you need lots of support and encouragement from the right people, in the right environment. Take to the Streets activities really offer this and, what’s more, can cater for all abilities, cost very little and, importantly, put the emphasis on having fun.”

Reactivate Bucks Take to the Streets activities are for both men and women and take place across the county at a variety of times and venues to fit in with busy lifestyles. Local mum-of-two Jo Lothian, who runs one of the Take to the Streets jogging clubs, urges everyone to find the odd hour to give Take to the Streets a go. “Getting out and about in the fresh air and just being able to appreciate the fact you can jog or run is the best feeling ever.”

Take to the Street activities give everyone the chance to build their skills and stamina in walking, swimming, cycling and lots more. With events such as the Tour De Vale bike ride taking place in Aylesbury Vale there’s never been a better time to give it a go!

Anyone from a seasoned athlete looking to improve their performance, to an individual needing encouragement to take part in a public sports event or sports activity for the first time, will find what they need with Reactivate Bucks.

In Aylesbury there’s a range of Reactivate Bucks Return to Sport courses taking place throughout April including tennis, badminton, jogging and netball as well as organised walks across the district. In May there will be cycle sessions for beginners, giving everyone the chance to train and look forward to entering the Tour De Vale Bike Ride on 13 June.

Full details on these and other ways to get fit, feel healthier and have fun are all available on: www.reactivatebucks.org