June, 2024
'Happier, healthier and greener lives through cycling' - new strategy published
Posted: Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:00
Cycling UK have published their new strategy to support their vision of Happier, healthier and greener lives through cycling.' Read More »
New videos make Inclusive Education Hub easier than ever to use
Posted: Wed, 26 Jun 2024 16:00
Activity Alliance has released a series of videos to help teachers and school staff use the Inclusive Education Hub to engage more disabled students in sport and physical activity. Read More »
Let's Get Moving Champion named as one of Leicestershire's Top 30 Leaders!
Posted: Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:00
We are thrilled to spotlight a Let's Get Moving Champion whose remarkable journey and achievements have not only made waves across Leicestershire but have also etched her name among one of the most influential young leaders of 2024. Read More »
How do you feel about being active? Complete the Physical Activity & Wellbeing Residents' Survey
Posted: Mon, 24 Jun 2024 08:00
Active Together, in collaboration with local authorities and partners in Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland, is conducting a survey to understand residents' perspectives on physical activity. This year's survey offers participants the chance to win Amazon.co.uk Gift Cards. Residents aged 18 and above are invited to take part in the survey until 14th July 2024. Read More »
Community spirit at the heart of family fun run Mile
Posted: Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:30
Runners of all ages and abilities once again turned out in force to run the annual Joe's Jog 2024 family fun run mile in Rothley village. Read More »
Women's mental agility in sport is better during their period
Posted: Wed, 19 Jun 2024 14:30
New research from UCL and the Institute of Sport, Exercise & Health (ISEH) shows participants reacted quicker and made fewer errors during menstruation, despite believing their performance would be worse. Read More »
Cost of kit an issue in participating in grassroots sport
Posted: Tue, 18 Jun 2024 11:00
New research from Sported has thrown a spotlight on how having the right kit to play in forms a significant role in driving participation in sport. Read More »
Join the Conversation: Physical Activity and Wellbeing Residents' Survey 2024 Now Open
Posted: Mon, 17 Jun 2024 08:00
Active Together, in collaboration with local authorities and partners in Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland, is conducting a survey to understand residents' perspectives on physical activity. This year's survey offers participants the chance to win Amazon.co.uk Gift Cards. Residents aged 18 and above are invited to take part in the survey until 14th July 2024. Read More »
Table tennis has positive impact in prisons
Posted: Fri, 14 Jun 2024 11:00
Table tennis has been found to improve the psychological, social and physical wellbeing of prisoners in a study carried out by a leading academic on behalf of Table Tennis England. Read More »
Latest Annual Disability and Activity Survey 2023-2024 released
Posted: Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:00
The survey shows that in a year where focus will be on the nation's top Paralympians' incredible achievements, the reality is that disabled people still face significant barriers when trying to be active in their communities. Read More »
