What's a healthathon?
This is a day devoted to physical health - at Carers UK we have held lots of different activities across the day online to give you the opportunity to dip in and out, understanding that time for yourself is precious.
Below we have included a selection of recorded videos from previous years to choose from.
Pilates with Jane Alexander
Energising fitness with Sophie Tosone
Daytime disco with Pasna Sallis
Intro, warm up and energiser
An introduction to the Healthathon from Carers UK Chief Executive Helen Walker, a warm up from Frank and an energising fitness session from fitness instructor Sophie Tosone.
Stretch and balance
Stretch all areas of your body and work on balance to help with everyday movement with fitness instructor Gil Cruz.
Food for fuel
Freya and Izzy from food charity Food Matters offer tips and guidance
to help you eat well for physical activity, including a quick and easy recipe.
Dance fitness
Get moving to pop and disco with a fun and accessible dance session led by Georgia.
Tai chi
Enjoy simple movements designed to improve mobility, balance and a general sense of wellbeing with Sandra Shaw.
Warm-up with Mr Motivator
Mr Motivator leads a warm-up session with seated options.
Strength and balance
Jack Edgar from Sport for Confidence leads a low-impact strength and balance session.
Physical activity motivation and goal setting
Dr Patricia Jackman, Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology, on how to use goals to improve your motivation and physical activity experiences.
Bollywood dance
Gita from Step Change Studios gives an introduction to Bollywood dance.
Yoga
Isobel Palmer from Lim Studio leads a beginners' session combining elements of yoga and Pilates to help improve flexibility and muscle strength.
