MAN v FAT Bathtub coach Chris Gannon attended a well being and wellbeing occasion in mid-October to unfold the phrase on the load loss membership within the space, forward of an thrilling 2026.
MAN v FAT Bathtub is delivered in partnership with Bathtub Metropolis Basis and Chris, whose day job is Head of Wellbeing and Communications on the Basis, has supported a bunch of native males to enhance their well being on the programme.
Talking in regards to the occasion, which was held on October eleventh, Chris stated: “The occasion was put collectively by the Avon and Wiltshire Psychological Well being Partnership (NHS) and organisations together with Bathtub MIND, Bathtub Metropolis Farm, Pathways To Wellbeing, Wellbeing Programs (Bathtub and North East Somerset), Soundwell, Banes Guardian Carer Discussion board and ourselves at Bathtub Metropolis FC Basis.
“It was free to attend and there will likely be quite a lot of workshops and seminars, all with a concentrate on psychological well being and wellbeing, with this yr’s theme being accessing companies.”
MAN v FAT is pleased with the assist it provides males with regards to psychological well being and wellbeing. That takes place on-line, with our MAN v FAT x JAAQ psychological well being platform, but in addition within the assist and camaraderie proven at classes.
Chris added: “I consider our league has created an surroundings wealthy in peer assist, and that has led to an openness in discussing psychological well being and wellbeing. This has been proven in individuals reengaging and a few unbelievable particular person weight reduction achievements.
“The reintroduction of the 11s group introduced everybody nearer collectively and decreased the aggressive edge in order that the video games are performed within the spirit of MAN v FAT. The varied age vary and various life experiences that include that, carry profit and worth to all these concerned.”
After a optimistic 2025, 2026 seems prefer it may very well be even higher for the Bathtub lads with an upcoming venue swap on the playing cards and a brand new place to name residence.
“We’ve not too long ago secured a top quality year-round venue, which the league has been looking for because it began. This might hopefully allow us to develop the league,” Chris concluded.
If you wish to be a part of – or rejoin! – the Bathtub membership, then you’ll be able to register at www.manvfatfootball.org/bathtub. We stay up for welcoming you aboard!
