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 number of native males to enhance their well being on the programme.
Talking concerning 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 Father or mother Carer Discussion board and ourselves at Bathtub Metropolis FC Basis.
“It was free to attend and there can be quite a lot of workshops and seminars, all with a give attention to psychological well being and wellbeing, with this 12 months’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 additionally within the assist and camaraderie proven at classes.
Chris added: “I consider our league has created an setting 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 unimaginable particular person weight reduction achievements.
“The reintroduction of the 11s crew introduced everybody nearer collectively and lowered the aggressive edge in order that the video games are performed within the spirit of MAN v FAT. The various age vary and different life experiences that include that, convey profit and worth to all these concerned.”
After a constructive 2025, 2026 appears to be like prefer it could possibly be even higher for the Bathtub lads with an upcoming venue change on the playing cards and a brand new place to name dwelling.
“We’ve just lately secured a top quality year-round venue, which the league has been in search of because it began. This could hopefully allow us to develop the league,” Chris concluded.
If you wish to be part of – or rejoin! – the Bathtub membership, then you may register at www.manvfatfootball.org/bathtub. We look ahead to welcoming you aboard!
