Hey, morning folks! 👋
Another week rolls around and the clocks have gone forward = more daylight, more excuses to get outside and more reasons to get moving, boom!
Two minutes to get you Thriving. Let's go! 🌅
Hope you all had a brilliant Easter weekend. You've eaten the chocolate. Every last bit of it. No judgement. But now it's time to move. 🍫
As a we family headed down to Traade in Portobello yesterday for the Neighbourhood Ultra and what a morning it was. The weather was absolutely horrendous at times but the energy was brilliant. So many people out there looping the 5K route, pushing themselves and having a great time doing it. Exactly the kind of thing that makes Edinburgh special.
Right. Enough chat.
This week’s Thriving Business 🏃
Every Monday, we share a local & independent Edinburgh business all about wellness, fitness and health.
🏃Strideout Running Tours
🏃 Guided running tours around Edinburgh
Most people walk the Royal Mile. Some take a bus. Jayne does it differently.
Guided Stride Out Running Tours of Edinburgh combine fitness and sightseeing in one brilliant experience. Secret spots, spectacular views, stories and interesting facts about the city all while getting your miles in.
From a 5K taster to a 7 mile extended tour taking in the best of the Old and New Town. Perfect for locals who want to see their city through fresh eyes or visitors who want to do something a little different.
Gift vouchers available too. Honestly one of the best gifts you could give an Edinburgh runner.
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Fitness event for your diary:
A run with a cause and a pint at the end. What more do you need?
Set off anytime between 1pm and 4pm from Seamus's Pub in Tollcross. Run through the Meadows, around Arthur's Seat and finish at Dougal's by the sea in Portobello, <8km.
Every ticket goes directly to SAMH and their work in opening The Nook in Edinburgh, 2027. A free, walk-in mental health support hub with no appointment needed and no waiting times.
Scan your ticket at the bar before you start. Show it at Dougal's to claim your free pint of Beamish or a soft drink. Over 18’s only.
Sunday 26th April, 1pm onwards, entry £11.55
📊 This Week's Fitness Fact:
💚 Exercise is one of the most effective treatments for mild to moderate depression; as effective as medication in some studies. Movement is medicine!
🧘 People who exercise regularly are 25% less likely to develop depression or anxiety. The hardest part is always starting.
🎯This Week’s Monday Mission:
Do something today that's good for you AND good for someone else. Sign up for ‘Run for SAMH’, buy local, check in on a neighbour or a pal; invite them out for a walk/run.
Edinburgh thrives when we look out for each other. 💚
Completed the Monday Mission? Share it on your stories and tag @keepedinburghthriving; we'll repost our favourites every week!
🌱 This week's Thriving Thought:
You don't have to feel ready. You just have to start. 🧡
Any fitness / wellness related businesses or events we should feature next week?
We would love to hear from you!
Have a great week!
Nashy & Abs