Kick start a healthy lifestyle in 2012 with the Operation Transformation National Walk in Sligo

People of Sligo are being encouraged to kick start a healthy and active lifestyle for 2012 by joining Sligo Sport and Recreation Partnership at 12 noon on Saturday 14th January for one of the Operation Transformation national walks. The meeting place for the walk is JFK Parade Sligo (opposite Toffs nightclub) and the route will follow the Sligo Town Sli na Slainte route along Doorly Park passing the attractive waterfront along the Garavogue River over a distance of 4 kilometres.

Taking part in the walk will be special guest Paddy Cunningham from Calry, Sligo who is a great role model for positive transformation in weight loss and physical activity. Paddy will provide motivational advice to participants on how to start and stay healthy and active in 2012.People of all ages and abilities are welcome on the day and in particular it would be great to see families getting involved. The event is ideal for beginners to come out and give it a go.

SSRP would like to acknowledge the support of local Slí na Sláinte walking leaders and the Health Service Executive who are giving their time to lead this walk. Slí na Sláinte stands for ‘path to health’. Developed by the Irish Heart Foundation, the routes are marked by bright colourful signposts which are situated at 1km intervals and there are three routes in Sligo at Rosses Point, Kevinsfort and Doorly Park in Sligo Town. Simply follow the kilometre signs, set your pace to suit your enjoyment, and you’ll quickly feel better and get fitter. You will also experience a great sense of achievement.

So let’s start 2012 on a positive step by taking part in the Operation Transformation Sligo Walk which is part of a national event on Saturday 14th January 2012. Meet at JFK Parade, Sligo at 12 noon.

For more information on the Operation Transformation walk in Sligo click here, or contact us on 07191 61511. 

Article courtesy of Sligoevents.ie.