Walking football is a slower, more inclusive version of the sport
To encourage a healthier lifestyle, locals were invited to play matches against each other at Glasgow Club Maryhill, after getting their blood pressure checked out.
“People have come here and they want to participate, so that means that the people themselves are taking action to do something and keep themselves healthy so that I really important. Chris Docherty, community engagement coordinator at CHSS, said: “I’m delighted because this was a fantastic turnout. We’ve got a real range of people here.“It is important to understand that walking football in Glasgow is really taking off and people are keen to get involved in a game.Eight more Glasgow Life community venues to re-open but dozens remain shut
Matt Ramsay, football participation officer for Glasgow Life, said: “Walking football has grown so much over the last number of years and it’s not just the physical benefits, it’s the mental and social benefits as well.
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