Blog post by Silverfit founder Eddie Hi All, Firstly, I wanted to thank Silverfit for the present of the hamper and the lovely goodies within. I am staying with my daughter’s family for a few days after my successful hip surgery 10 days ago. I’m making good recovery, and am […]
The ‘IronGran’: There’s just no stopping this 78-year-old IRONMAN triathlete
Video interview featuring Eddie and other Silverfitters can be found on the CNN website here.
Article by Stefania Dall’Armi, CNN.
(CNN)Edwina Brocklesby, 78, is a person that once you have met, you’ll never forget — and that’s not because of her fluffy red locks or colorful nails.
Nicknamed the ‘IronGran,’
Update from Eddie – November 2021
Blog post by Eddie, Silverfit Founder.
Hi All,
My first blog for some while, but how exciting it has been to see so many Silverfitters coming to our Nordic walk sessions since July – over 150 each week in 13 different parks across London! You have all been so great
The Big Half Raceday- A note from Eddie
A little note from Silverfit founder Eddie:
What a fun day at the Vitality Big Half Marathon on August 22nd!
…a huge thanks to all our Silverfit competitors running for Silverfit, to Brett and David at the finishing line, and Susanne our photographer on Tower Bridge, and Nannette and Laura
Eddie’s Interview with Vitality Big Half
Founded in 2013 by Eddie Brocklesby, the UK’s oldest Ironman athlete, Silverfit has a mission to promote happier, healthier ageing through affordable physical activity, combating social isolation in the process. We spoke to Eddie – pictured above crossing Tower Bridge in The Vitality Big Half! – to get her thoughts on the
Update and Blog post from Eddie
Hi All
It’s been so long since I last wrote a blog up-dating on Silverfit. What a tough time it has been for all of us but at least we are beginning to see some light? Although as I write this, I am isolating due to a ping!
So firstly,
Nordic Walking – a blog by Silverfit member Sue Gearin
Nordic Walking
I have always liked walking. You have time to stop and stare and there is always a café to pop into for a quick cup of coffee and a sticky bun!
I first became involved in exercises when my daughter got married. I thought I’d better trim up
Big Half 2021 Fundraising Tips
For many, the idea of raising money is just as (if not more) daunting as their training plan. If you’re planning to raise money for us at this year’s Vitality Big Half here are some tips to help you reach your goal as easily as possible:
1. Start Early
Don’t
An Update from Founder Eddie
By Silverfit Founder and CEO Eddie Brocklesby
My first message to all Silverfitters after such a tough and challenging time. I’m so looking forward to more restarts and the opportunity to meet up again. But with grateful thanks to our staff and particularly Alicia and our Nordic Walking and Walking
Big Half 2021 Community Places Available through Silverfit
Join our Silverfit Team for the August 22nd Big Half Marathon – we are looking for runners and supporters to join the Vitality Big Half marathon, helping the charity break down the idea that age is a barrier to physical activity!
The Vitality Big Half is not a competing running