Get Moving in Movember

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If you’ve followed my fitness journey for a while you’ll know I’ve done my bit for charity. Movember used to be about growing a moustache but as it would take me about three months to grow one, this was off the agenda! From the team that brought back the moustache, MOVE is a new way to fundraise for men’s health.

 

The concept is simple. Sign up to MOVE every day for 30 days this Movember. Get moving! Any kind of physical activity counts and raise funds for men’s health. Help yourself, help others – it’s a win win.

 

Here’s a little promotional video to explain more…

 

 

Help men live happier, healthier and longer lives. Together we’re tackling some of the biggest health issues faced by men – prostate cancer, testicular cancer, poor mental health and physical inactivity. We all know every step counts and when I started writing this blog, the idea was to motivate myself (and hopefully others) into looking after themselves a little bit better.

 

Just by moving on a regular basis can reduce your risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer by up to 50%. Sitting is the new smoking!

 

One of the major partners for MOVE this year is Speedo and I wanted to highlight some ideas they have for you to get involved with MOVE.

 

‘Speedo a Mo’ is a challenge to get you active for 30 days by taking part in a number of moustached themed swims through the Speedo Fit app. Here’s a great little video explaining a little bit more…

 

 

Whether you’re a Mo Bro or a Mo Sista you have the chance to MOVE for Movember. 30 MOVEs in 30 days. How you MOVE each day is up to you. Swim a Mo and Save a Bro!

 

Use the Speedo fit app to keep track of your MOVEs and to see your progress. You can then post updates on your Movember fundraising page and share what you’re up to. Get your family and friends involved to MOVE as a team or challenge them to match your MOVEs.

 

For those who want to get involved, I’d recommend downloading Speedo Fit as Speedo are offering a 20% discount off swimming gear via purchases on the app. So what are you all waiting for? Get signed up now!

Paul

About The Author

Following the birth of his son in 2009, Paul was unfit and sluggish. Since then he's been training using a range of exercise techniques and gained some valuable information over the years. Events he has completed to date are Total Warrior, Pier To Pier, Bamburgh 10k, Hamsterley 10k, Blaydon Races, Newcastle Stampede and over 50 parkruns. In 2012 he created his own challenge called the '12 Days of Christmas.' He raised over £1000 for Percy Hedley by running 60 miles to celebrate their 60 years. In 2013 he ran the '12 parkruns of Christmas' with friend Lee Nyland. The pair raised over £1400 for the Tiny Lives Fund.

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