…DSActive team went along to the very first session. Running is one of the fast-growing activities in the UK, thanks in part to the launch of the Run Together programme from England Athletics. Running groups all around England and Wales meet regularly to try out a variety of routes and paces. From those who have never run before, to those who are well acquainted with their running shoes, the groups can cater for all. Those who run together often s…
…ime. At 9.00am we started the race my dad and sister told me not to go too fast and they stayed with me all the time. They made sure I had plenty of water to drink to keep me hydrated. I had some energy gels as well. The weather got hotter and they poured water over my head to keep me cool. I tried to run for 4 minutes and walk for a minute but after about ten miles I was tired and had to walk more. Everybody helped me by clapping and cheering me…
…imes be hard. The DSA have some tools and information that you might find helpful. Go to this page of the DSA’s website to find links to information about healthy eating as well as other useful information on health and well-being. You can download a Healthy Eating guide: Healthy Eating Easy Read. Have you tried DSEngage? The DSA runs FREE daily online sessions to help keep you active, busy and have lots of fun. Find out more on the website….
…rtant for people with Down’s syndrome who can be more susceptible to weight-related conditions such as Type 2 diabetes and obesity. Research has found that of those involved in DSActive sessions, 27% have lost weight, 68% have improved their fitness, 71% have grown in confidence, 78% have improved their physical ability and 91% have improved their social skills. Being active is an important part of being healthy, but what you eat is just as import…
…artment of Digital, Culture, Media and Sport which was managed by Citizens Online. Working with app development company The Distance and Monitoring and Evaluation Consulting, the app was designed, built, and available for download within 7 months. You can find out more about the app here and download it for FREE here. National Festivals Our 9th National Football Festival took place in Birmingham, with over 140 players attending on the day. It was…
…is my weakest event. I do 3 practice puts, then take my place in line, my best put is 4.05, its enough to give me overall Multi-event points of 1925, which secures me my first gold medal of this competition. Thats me done for the day, I take my water and bag and head to the stands, have more water and snacks and watch the rest of the competition, medal presentation is tomorrow. After the final event of the evening the bus takes us back to the hot…
…the DSActive National Festival please contact the DSActive team. Want to find out what happened last year? Have a look at our write up for the day here….
…ld, so embrace the challenge. Finally, the most important thing is that everyone is active and that you, and the players, are enjoying themselves! Thank you Immy! If you want to write a guest blog for the DSActive website, please get in touch with the DSActive team by emailing dsactive@downs-syndrome.org.uk…
…Listen to the players needs so you can ensure they are getting the most from the sessions and don’t lower your expectations they will surprise you! Thank you Sue! If you want to write a guest blog for the DSActive website, please get in touch with the DSActive team by emailing dsactive@downs-syndrome.org.uk…
