Summary
In this episode with Derek and Delroy, share their fitness journeys, the impact of physical activity on well-being, and the importance of inclusivity in fitness. They discuss how age should not be a barrier to movement and share personal stories of motivation and community engagement. The conversation emphasises the need for modifications in fitness routines to accommodate all individuals, regardless of their physical abilities, and highlights the cyclical nature of motivation in fitness communities. The discussion transitions to the significance of personal time for self-connection, leading to the introduction of Gorilla Gardens, a community-driven outdoor training initiative, created by Derrick and Delroy.
Keywords
fitness, physical activity, health, community, inclusivity, age, modifications, well-being training, exercise, Gorilla gardens, personal time, outdoor training, bodyweight workout, connection, motivation, training, family, underrepresented communities, mental health
Chapters:
- Introduction, Community Impact & Fitness Journeys
- Derek & Delroy: Personal Fitness Journeys
- Age, Physical Activity & The Cycle of Motivation
- Training vs Exercise & The Importance of Self-Care
- The Birth of Gorilla Gardens & Community Co-Creation
- Inclusivity in Training & Accessible Movement for All
- Health, Barriers & Practical Fitness in Everyday Life
- Creative Health: Youth, Women, Reflections & Wider Impact
Connect with Derrick
Instagram: @Papa’s drills 2
Facebook: Papa Kwasi Agyeman
TikTok: Papas_drills
Connect with Delroy
Instagram
Connect with Jen:
Email:thevoicesofcreativehealth@outlook.com
Resources Corner
Funding
Name of Organisation The Radcliffe Trust
Name of Grant: Heritage & Crafts Scheme
Amount: £2,500–£7,500
Deadline: 31st July 2026
Link
Events
Name of Event: Heritage Crafts
Organisation: Cultural Fashion and Arts CIC
Date: Sunday 31st May 2026
Time@ 12pm- 4pm
Location Woodgreen Shopping Mall (North London)
Name of event: Great Exhibition Road Festival 2026
Date: 6-7th June
Time 12pm -6pm
Location: Exhibition Road- South Kensington
Amount: Free
Link
News
Creative Health CDP!!!
A short course co-developed by London Arts and Health and City St George’s, University of London
Link:
Additional information
Quadrille Dancing
London Arts in Health Forum – Developing the role of culture in wellbeing
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