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South Wales Argus

Ystrad Mynach gym collaborate police for get fit teen summer

The free Hyrox Race for Success programme, which is being run at the Evolution Fitness gym in Ystrad Mynach, aims to engage young people in health and fitness during the summer holidays. The scheme is open to teenagers aged 14 to 17 and will take place three times a week through the summer break on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11am to 1pm. (Image: Evolution Fitness) Teenagers who participate in the initiative will receive free access to the gym, in addition to structured coaching and fitness plans from personal trainers who are qualified to deliver Hyrox training – a global fitness phenomenon which has boomed worldwide since launching in 2017. Those who complete the six-week programme will also be offered a free membership to the gym for a further six weeks to recognise their commitment. The gym is collaborating on the initiative with Gwent Police, who have provided funding for the scheme as part of their wider Respect Rhymney Programme, which was launched last year to tackle high rates of crime in the area. (Image: Evolution Fitness) Greg Jones, general manager at Evolution Fitness, said: 'We wanted to use the funding pot to keep young people engaged. From day one, we've always tried to integrate with the community, so it ties in with our ethics. We want to keep kids engaged in the holidays, and to keep them distracted from things they shouldn't be doing. We hope that if we can keep the young people engaged in fitness for twelve weeks at no cost, and if the kids and their parents can see a benefit, then we can hopefully keep them engaged long-term too.' (Image: Evolution Fitness) PC Stuart Turley, who is part of Gwent Police's Caerphilly North Neighbourhood Team, also celebrated the scheme. He said: 'We're pleased to bring this initiative to teens in the area, giving them the chance to learn a bit more about the world of Hyrox racing and, in particular, making healthier decisions with nutrition and exercise.' Young people interested in taking part in the scheme can find out more information by contacting Evolution Fitness on 01443 315260.