By Outdoor gym unveiled for locals to enjoy
An outdoor gym has been unveiled for locals to enjoy and keep active; the council has announced.
The gym, located in Baysgarth Park in Barton, is a state-of-the-art outdoor facility that hopes to enable users to improve their health and well-being whilst taking in the beautiful surrounding environment that the park has to offer,
The North Lincolnshire council said around £70,000 had been invested in the all-inclusive facility, including gym equipment for cardio and resistance training.
Wheelchair users will also be able to utilise the gym.
In the announcement, the council stated that the innovative equipment, that uses smart technology, will enable users to measure their performance and overall progress.
Additionally, a water refill station has been installed alongside the premises to keep everybody hydrated.
Cllr David Rose, cabinet member for environmental and strategic planning, said:
“I am delighted to see further investment in Baysgarth Park to benefit the whole community, keeping them safe and well. The gym is free, family friendly and can be used by people of all abilities”
“Not only is the gym great for improving physical activity and well-being, but it is also beneficial for the environment. By doing even just 10 minutes of exercise a day can make a difference and help prevent long term conditions”, he added.
The gym equipment, designed and manufactured by The Great Outdoor Gym Company (TGO), is completely free to use and offers a wide range of activities to keep you entertained and active.
Furthermore, each piece of equipment comes with instructional signage to ensure everything runs smoothly, so you can focus on what really matters.
Georgie Delaney, Co-Founder and Joint Managing Director at TGO, said:
“There’s something for everyone at the TGO Gym. By making physical activity part of everyday life, we call all reduce our risk of developing major lifestyle-related illnesses including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and certain cancers. Regular physical activity in the outdoors can also help to prevent and manage common mental illnesses including depression and anxiety”
