Celebrate National Fitness Day with LiveWire

Get moving, challenge yourself and discover something new this National Fitness Day on Wednesday 16 September.

We’re celebrating with a range of activities across our leisure centres, from a community 10K run and themed fitness classes to expert training advice and gym challenges.

Whether you’re just starting your fitness journey or looking for a new challenge, there’s something for everyone to get involved in.

Join the Orford Park 10K Run

Kick-start National Fitness Day with our community Orford Park 10K Run.

The run will take place as part of our Trailblazers group and is a great opportunity to enjoy being active with others.

This activity will begin at Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub at 9.15am.

Participants must book onto the Trailblazers session via the LiveWire app or website.

Book your place through the app or website (available to book from from 8th September)

Body Pump Through the Years

Take a trip through fitness history with a special Body Pump Through the Years class.

Enjoy iconic tracks and classic favourites from across the decades while building strength and endurance.

This session will take place at Great Sankey Neighbourhood Hub at 6pm.

Book your place through the app or website (available to book from from 8th September)

Body Combat Through the Years

Get your heart pumping with a themed Body Combat Through the Years session.

Expect high-energy workouts, great music and plenty of motivation as we celebrate fitness through the decades.

This session will take place at Bewsey & Dallam Community Hub at 7pm.

Book your place through the app or website (available to book from from 8th September)

Take on the National Fitness Day gym challenge

Think you’ve got what it takes?

Try one of our National Fitness Day workout challenges and test yourself.

1. Sprint Intervals

Choose one machine:

• Treadmill
• Bike
• Rower
• Ski-Erg

Push hard for 20 seconds, then recover for 40 seconds.

Repeat 5 to 10 rounds.

2. Kettlebell Swings and Push-Ups Countdown

Finish your workout with a bang.

Complete:

• 12 kettlebell swings and 12 push-ups
• Then 11 of each
• Then 10 of each

Continue all the way down to 1.

3. Tabata Challenge

Choose one exercise:

• Burpees
• Goblet squats
• Battle ropes

Work for 20 seconds and rest for 10 seconds.

Complete 8 rounds and give it everything you’ve got.

Talk anything fitness with Zach and Ryan

Have a question about your training, nutrition or fitness goals?

Throughout National Fitness Day, personal trainers Ryan and Zach will be available on the gym floor at Great Sankey Neighbourhood Hub between 9am – 12pm to offer advice and support.

You can:

• Ask questions about nutrition and training
• Get tips on reaching your fitness goals
• Use the Bodytrax machine to check your progress and body composition
• Learn more about your overall fitness journey

As an extra incentive, anyone who comes and says hello to Ryan or Zach can enter a prize draw to win a personal training goodie bag.

Get Involved

National Fitness Day is all about celebrating the benefits of being active and finding ways to move that work for you.

All activities featured are part of our regular programme and can be booked through the LiveWire app or on our website.

We look forward to seeing you in our centres and helping you celebrate National Fitness Day.