MEMBERS of a self-advocacy group that looks after people with learning disabilities are fitter and healthier after taking part in 12-week healthy eating and exercise programme.
ShapeUp4Life is a special closed course aimed at supporting the CLASP group who would not have gone to a general weight management course.
CLASP’s Debs Morrison said: “Hani who took the course was patient, enthusiastic and the members really grew to like him.
“He talked to them about healthy eating, food and good choices, after the weigh-in and measurements, before leading an exercise class.”
At the end of the 12 weeks, the group had lost more than two-and-a-half stone, and some lost more than 10cm off their waistlines.
“Equally important they became far more flexible, some being able to touch their toes, and had healthier habits,” Ms Morrison said.
“Hani enjoyed it so much and it was such a success, we are looking to run another class in the near future.
“We would like to thank ShapeUp4Life and Wokingham Borough Council for funding the course.”
