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BTCV Green Gyms
Written by Zofia Walczak
My muscles are aching as I type, my cheeks are glowing more than ever and I have a satisfied grin on my face…why? I've spent half the day clearing woodland and sawing huge branches in the name of biodiversity and, admittedly, fitness...
[All photos by Zofia Walczak]
Today I took part in my first ever Green Gym session, an initiative run by BTCV (the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers). Funded by NHS Camden, the Green Gym is basically a combination of volunteering on biodiversity projects in London’s green spaces, getting a good work out and meeting new people. As someone who detests gyms (positively loathes them), I was keen to find out exactly what these ‘Green Gym’ sessions entailed. The thought of working out in a green area, fresh air and not doing exercise just for the sake of exercise appealed greatly.
I have tried gyms extensively, and failed. Gyms make me feel tired and bored. The constant monotonous whir of exercise bikes and running machines, coupled with people in their own bubbles looking stressed and thinking about other things,… read more
