On Sunday 30 July the town of Gerringong will begin its quest to involve as many locals as possible in the popular 5 x 5 walking program. 

Healthy Cities Illawarra has partnered with local fitness legend Korin Koutsomihalis from SOL FIT CO to bring this weekly opportunity for the community to walk on country by Werri Beach together to enhance their health, exercise and mindfulness through movement. 

5 x 5 stands for 5km per week for 5 weeks. The 5 x 5 walking program is inclusive to Australians of all ages (toddlers to supercentenarians), backgrounds and abilities including local businesses and community groups like Gerringong Bowling Club and Gerringong Rotary. 

“I think people appreciate a little bit more support and camaraderie through the cooler months of Winter to keep active, so we hope that we can provide a fun and engaging event to do this,” said local 5x5 facilitator and SOL FIT CO leader, Coach Korin.

Kelly Andrews, CEO of Healthy Cities Illawarra, said that walking of any kind is a great physical activity that people can do at their own pace. However, walking outdoors in nature is even better, with evidence of mental health benefits such as improved mood and stress levels simply by being in green space, or in the case of our coastal communities, blue space.

Together with Healthy Cities Illawarra and local Gerringong Fitness community SOUL FIT CO, there is a team of motivated volunteers who are ready to walk every Sunday morning at 8am in the beautiful ocean breeze and sun by Werri Beach. 

All are welcome to join the movement starting this Sunday 30 July meeting together outside Gerringong Bowling Club at 8am. Enjoy moving your body outdoors with a beautiful community for better health outcomes! 

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/653563515067 

When: Sun 30 July, then every Sunday in August

Where: Meet outside of Gerringong Bowling Club

Time: 7.45am. Please Bring appropriate clothing and water bottle.