Tasmanian workplaces urged to Stride4stroke
October 17, 2017
Tasmanian workers are being urged to step away from the computer and get moving by taking part in Stride4stroke.
Stride4stroke is the Stroke Foundation’s annual physical activity and fundraising campaign, encouraging people of all ages and abilities to get active and reduce their risk of stroke.
Stroke survivor and StrokeSafe Ambassador Nic Stephen said more than 262,000 people in Tasmania were not getting enough exercise.
“We are putting ourselves at unnecessary risk of stroke and other chronic disease,” Nic said.
“I consider myself one of the lucky ones. I had a stroke at the age of 37, but was able to access treatment quickly and have no real lasting impact.
“I am dedicated to looking after my health in order to live well after stroke – and being physically active is an important factor.”
Nic said stroke was largely preventable, treatable and could be beaten.
“Taking part in Stride4stroke is a fun way to get moving while raising money for a good cause, with every dollar going towards Strokeline – the only dedicated national helpline for people affected by stroke,” he said.
Stride4stroke involves setting a physical activity goal for the month of November and asking friends and family to donate in support of your efforts. It could be anything from a lap of a pool to a kilometre target on foot. It is open to individuals and teams of all fitness levels.
Another fundraising option for Tasmanian workers is to hold an event in the office like a morning tea or dress down day. Or for those who want to stride in a stunning setting, there will be a unique two day Stride4stroke event at Freycinet, with the option of staying overnight at the RACT’s Freycinet Lodge.
RACT General Manager Safety and Wellbeing Geoff Eyers will be taking part in Stride4stroke and is encouraging fellow Tasmanians to work up a sweat.
“I was shocked to learn stroke kills more men than prostate cancer and more women than breast cancer and leaves thousands more with an ongoing disability,’’ Mr Eyers said.
“There are thousands people impacted by this terrible disease in Tasmania. I want to do my bit to raise vital funds for local stroke survivors and their loved ones and reduce my own stroke risk.”
What are you waiting for? Sign up today and help stroke survivors on the journey to recovery.
Register as an individual or as a workplace team at www.stride4stroke.org.au
Stride4stroke is the Stroke Foundation’s annual physical activity and fundraising campaign, encouraging people of all ages and abilities to get active and reduce their risk of stroke.
Stroke survivor and StrokeSafe Ambassador Nic Stephen said more than 262,000 people in Tasmania were not getting enough exercise.
“We are putting ourselves at unnecessary risk of stroke and other chronic disease,” Nic said.
“I consider myself one of the lucky ones. I had a stroke at the age of 37, but was able to access treatment quickly and have no real lasting impact.
“I am dedicated to looking after my health in order to live well after stroke – and being physically active is an important factor.”
Nic said stroke was largely preventable, treatable and could be beaten.
“Taking part in Stride4stroke is a fun way to get moving while raising money for a good cause, with every dollar going towards Strokeline – the only dedicated national helpline for people affected by stroke,” he said.
Stride4stroke involves setting a physical activity goal for the month of November and asking friends and family to donate in support of your efforts. It could be anything from a lap of a pool to a kilometre target on foot. It is open to individuals and teams of all fitness levels.
Another fundraising option for Tasmanian workers is to hold an event in the office like a morning tea or dress down day. Or for those who want to stride in a stunning setting, there will be a unique two day Stride4stroke event at Freycinet, with the option of staying overnight at the RACT’s Freycinet Lodge.
RACT General Manager Safety and Wellbeing Geoff Eyers will be taking part in Stride4stroke and is encouraging fellow Tasmanians to work up a sweat.
“I was shocked to learn stroke kills more men than prostate cancer and more women than breast cancer and leaves thousands more with an ongoing disability,’’ Mr Eyers said.
“There are thousands people impacted by this terrible disease in Tasmania. I want to do my bit to raise vital funds for local stroke survivors and their loved ones and reduce my own stroke risk.”
What are you waiting for? Sign up today and help stroke survivors on the journey to recovery.
Register as an individual or as a workplace team at www.stride4stroke.org.au