A Green Gym user's story.
I was a primary school teacher for 10 years before stress at work caused depression, which eventually led to my resignation. My recovery was slow, and I felt tired all the time. I’d put on weight and was quite unfit, so when my wife told me about an advert she’d seen for the Green Gym I thought I might give it a go. I’ve always liked gardening and practical things, and would rather do that than go jogging or to a gym. It was a real effort to go along for the first time. My illness makes me worry about going to new places and meeting new people, so even getting to the first session was quite a challenge. However, once I’d got over that hurdle it all became much easier. Jo, the leader, has been great, making us all feel welcome and wanted. It’s increased my confidence, as I’ve proved to myself that I can do things, and I’m also much fitter and have lost weight. We always have a lot of fun, whatever the weather. It’s therapeutic being close to nature, and I enjoy the friendship as well as the practical work.
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