RTÉ Operation Transformation getting the nation walking
Thousands of people are set to start their new year health kick at a brisk pace this weekend as they take part in the annual RTÉ Operation Transformation Nationwide Walks.
The walks, which have been organised in association with Sport Ireland and the Local Sports Partnerships, will take place at more than 50 locations around the country on Saturday January 9.
This year Operation Transformation, sponsored by SafeFood, is putting it up to the nation to collectively lose one million pounds in one year and the Nationwide Walks are the perfect way to kick-start the challenge.
See the table below for further details of venues and times and then simply turn up on the day with comfortable clothing and your runners on.
Operation Transformation host Kathryn Thomas said: “What better way to start the new year than to get out into the fresh air and go walking?!
“Every year, thousands of people join our Nationwide Walks and the support they give each other, and our leaders, is amazing.
“It’s totally free and everyone takes the walk at their own pace so no matter what your age or fitness level is, you can take part. It’s your move!”
John Treacy, CEO of Sport Ireland added: “Sport Ireland is delighted to be working with RTÉ’s Operation Transformation for the sixth year running in 2016.
“The annual Nationwide Walks are a very important event in the promotion of healthy living and the pursuit of exercise and I would encourage everyone to participate in their local walks.”
Our five leaders will be spearheading walks in their local areas:
LEADER VENUE/MEETING POINT
Noeleen Lynam, Belvedere House and Gardens, Mullingar
Lucy Dillon, Kells, County Meath (meeting point: Fairgreen Car Park)
Claire Scanlon, The Demesne, Newcastle West, County Limerick
John Conmy, Belmullet, County Mayo (meeting point: Belmullet Civic Centre)
Dan Kennedy Kilmainham Gaol, Inchicore Road, Kilmainham, Co. Dublin
For further information see: www.rte.ie/ot
Westmeath
County: Westmeath
Town: Athlone
Meeting Point: AIT
Distance: 3-5km
Time: 10am
Website Link: www.facebook.com/westmeathsport
County: Westmeath
Town: Mullingar
Meeting Point: Belvedere House and Gardens
Distance: 3-5km
Time: 10am
Website Link: www.facebook.com/westmeathsport
Longford
County: Longford
Town: Longford Town
Meeting Point: Market Square
Distance: Approx. 5km
Time: 10am
Website Link: www.facebook.com/longfordsportspartnership
Meath
County: Meath
Town: Kells
Meeting Point: Opposite SuperValu Car Park
Distance: Approx. 5km
Time: 10am
Website Link: www.facebook.com/meathsportspartnership
County: Meath
Town: Navan
Meeting Point: Blackwater Park
Distance: Approx 5km
Time: 10am
Website Link: www.facebook.com/meathsportspartnership
County: Meath
Town: Trim
Meeting Point: Castle Street
Distance: Approx. 4km
Time: 10am
Website Link: www.facebook.com/meathsportspartnership
Offaly
County: Offaly
Town: Cloghan
Meeting point: Cloghan GAA
Distance: 1, 3 and 5km distances available
Time: 10am
Website: www.offalysports.ie