Mayo Operation Transformation walk in Westport

Thursday, 12 January 2012 08:00 Posted by The Editor

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Mayo walk in Westport on Saturay as part of RTE's Operation Transformation.

The new series of RTE's Operation transformation is once again joining forces with the Irish Sports Council's Sports Partnership network to encourage people to become more physically active in 2012. A series of walks, one in each county, will take place across the country this Saturday, 14th January, with the Mayo walk taking place in Westport.

The Mayo walk, either 3 or 5km along the Slí na Slainte route on the Westport Greenway, will take place at 2.30pm Saturday 14th January 2012. Participants are requested to meet at the Mill St / High St Car Park entrance to the Greenway at approx 2.15pm. Qualified walking leader instructors will be on hand to guide participants through the walk and also to give advice on follow on programmes etc. This year Westport Leisure Park have agreed to come on board with the facility providing refreshments / support on the day, all participants will be entered for some spot prizes kindly donated from the local fitness provider. In addition they are including a new initiative titled “FitWalking” on their new year programme which will be perfect for those looking to improve their basic level of fitness through walking. Event organisers Mayo Sports Partnership, Westport Leisure Park and Mayo County Council are encouraging people of all age groups to turn out on the day. Some local personalities, including Cora Staunton Mayo / Carnacon Ladies GAA and Caitheoirleach of Westport Town Council Cllr Christy Hyland will also be in attendance.

“Last year's event was a great success with many continuing on walking for weeks afterwards. After the Christmas people are thinking of doing some exercise for whatever goal they may have and don’t know where to start. We hope to be able to provide support for people who are seeking to become more active.” Mayo Sports Partnership Co-ordinator Charlie Lambert commented. There is no cost involved. Participants are asked to wear loose clothing and to bring some water. Further information on Operation Transformation can be viewed at : www.rte.ie/ot/ To register for the walk or to get further information contact Mayo Sports Partnership 094 9047025 email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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