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Downton's Biggest Loser becomes a winner at the Paris Marathon!

On 15th April, a group of runners from Downton Leisure Centre set off to run the Paris Marathon. The group consisted of both experienced marathoners and a few beginners, one of which was Downtons Carol Tanner (see far right in pic). Carol, who lost an amazing 10 stone at Downton Leisure Centre in the past 2 years ran her first marathon in Paris and has come back enthusiastic to do another. Centre Manager Tim Harris who also ran in Paris said "It is a remarkable achievement for someone who couldn't run a mile to go and complete a full marathon and show the commitment needed to prepare for such an event, the centre and the village are very proud of her." The group of 10 all completed the race successfully and continue to train at Downton's Running Club on Friday mornings. 

(left to right)  Fiona Davis, Susie Matthews, Nicky Yevko Nigel Eldred, Jean Cross, Tom Chubb, Tim Harris, Paul Etheridge, Matt Bellingham, Carol Tanner 

21 Days to change your ways! For only 70p a day for your first 21days you can build a routine that can turn into a healthy habit. From January 2012, Downton Leisure Centre are offering new visitors the chance to try out their facilities and group exercisee sessions over a 21 day period encouraging you to get into a habit of regular physical activity. Research has shown that if you can stick to a new routine for 3 weeks, you are most likely going to continue into the following months, as it has become a habit. With support to help you with simple behavioural changes that can really make the difference, the instructors at the Leisure Centre aim to get you active and enjoying the way it makes you feel. They will work hard to ensure you build the correct routine that is most effective for the goals you wish to achieve. This may be a combination of gym work, aerobics, spinning, walking, weights or flexibility or core.

We are offering all this for just £15 for 21 days so call 01725 513668 to kick start your year and keep the healthy habit that will make you feel energetic!

Fully Refurbished Gym Now Open! Beacon Leisure Management has recently invested £40,000 in a fully refurbished fitness suite, with brand new Life Fitness equipment. Why not pop down, check out the new kit and ask our fitness instructors for a specific gym programme.

Refer a friend. If you are a current member of Downton Leisure Centre, why not refer a friend to come and try us out for free for 7 days and if they become a member, you will receive a reduced membership rate! (this offer does not include promo memberships.)