A UKRI-funded interdisciplinary network aiming to understand and overcome barriers to physically active living in underrepresnted communities.
Joined March 2022
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16 Sep 2022
Exciting news! We are launching Early Career Engagement Fellowships for those with the potential to be a future leader in physical activity for healthy ageing research.
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12 Sep 2024
The countdown begins! Our Sandpit event is coming soon. Keep watching this space for updates!
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10 Sep 2024
At the recent @UkAgeing event, we discussed our activities and information about our upcoming sandpit event.We showcased the work of our ECR @STRONGERwithAGE featuring 11 key guidelines for strength training messaging. A great chance to exchange insights, connect, and collaborate
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9 Sep 2024
2.8 million people out of work due to long-term sickness, half with musculoskeletal issues. Read @Lauradonnlee’s report of our MSK Hubs pilot in the @Telegraph, highlighting its potential to reduce pressure on the NHS and boost the economy.
See thread. telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/09…
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24 May 2024
Another amazing opportunity to be a part of ! The Older Adult SIG are putting on a webinar in June.
Find out more in the event calendar on the UKSBM website uksbm.org.uk/events-calendar…
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15 May 2024
@ATTAIN_network more evidence to add to the conversation in Scotland!
Walking is on the rise in Scotland! A 9-year study shows adults who report #walking increased from 81.4% to 88.4%. However, inequalities persist among older women in lower #socioeconomic groups.
doi.org/10.1123/jpah.2023-06…
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24 May 2024
Attention all researchers! BLAST is now accepting registrations for TWO upcoming online seminars!
Don't miss out on presentations by leading experts and the chance to showcase your posters.
Register now !
21 May 2024
We have a number of poster spots available for these seminars, and it's an exciting online space to work within (thanks to interactive avatars!). Deadline for abstract submissions extended to 27th May - please register for event and say yes to posters if you'd like to participate
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7 May 2024
Calling all voices in Glasgow! Let's ignite change and spark conversations 'A Community in Conversation' event in Glasgow. Your perspective matters!
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2 May 2024
Hello Everyone! We are here with yet another workshop event!
Join us in Glasgow for a lively dialogue on healthy aging in Scotland!
Let's shape the conversation together at 'A Community in Conversation
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17 Apr 2024
See here for funding opportunities of up to £5k (or exceptionally £10k) to facilitate exchange visits and training for research and technical staff, including ECRs in ageing - application deadline 4pm on Friday 26 April 2024
27 Mar 2024
EuroAgeNet is offering the opportunity for researchers to apply for funding to facilitate exchange visits and training for research and technical staff. More-including how to apply here: liverpool.ac.uk/life-course-…
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22 Apr 2024
Any interested participants in your contact? Please share.
A study looking at barriers and facilitators to physical activity for minority ethnic older adults (over 60 years of age) in the UK.
If you're interested in participating or learning more, please contact Emily.
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🙋🏻♀️Ready to present new data at Exercise & Sports Science Australia @ESSA_NEWS’s Research to Practice 2024 conference in Sydney 🇦🇺
#exercise #science #poster #VBI #strength #training #guidelines
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🤔What did people say they wanted to see from strength training messaging campaigns? 🏋🏻♀️
💪🏻People want more information on how to practically and effectively participate in strength training! 🤩
👇🏻Read more here
doi.org/10.51224/SRXIV.378
🤝🏻In collaboration with @GMMoving
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5 Mar 2024
Sheffield Workshop Event
Our speakers presenting amazing initiatives targeting older adults in diverse communities. From groundbreaking programmes to visionary concepts, attendees were inspired by the commitment to promotion of healthy ageing.
@AlecTinkerPH @GolfInSociety
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1 Mar 2024
Captivating discussions and insightful presentations at our attain Sheffield event last week. A great day of learning and networking. Thank you all for your great contributions.👏
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13 Feb 2024
Do you want to grow your confidence in understanding & implementing #PPI in your #research?
@britsocimm has created bespoke, highly interactive online PPI training that is free for CARINA members & will take place on the 6 & 14 March!
Register here 👉bit.ly/4bzkjx5
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Findings were shared and ideas were sparked💥
Yet another great @ATTAIN_network networking event 💪🏻
…and just look at that spread 🧀🍇🤩
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22 Feb 2024
Great atmosphere @ATTAIN_network conference on #HealthyAging & #PhysicalActivity 🚶🏽♀️ spoke about the @NCSEMengland #Colocation model & my PhD research w/ @bethbrown89 @TMadenWilkinson @marlizedv @LeighBreen
great talks @AgeUK_Barnsley #FallsPrevention saw @CovUni_PASES Dave Broom
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27 Feb 2024
Absolutely thrilled by the incredible presentation from @GolfInSociety at our @ATTAIN_network @SHU_AWRC event! Their dedication to supporting older adults to lead active lives is truly inspiring.
Great presentation from @GolfInSociety a social enterprise talking about their project via @UKRI_News to support older people be more active. #reimagining #golfclubs #inspiring at the @ATTAIN_network @SHU_AWRC event.
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22 Feb 2024
Fun and enjoyable morning of talks and engaging discussions 😃, focusing our efforts on driving forward physical activity research for health ageing.
21 Feb 2024
The wait is over! The event that we all been looking forward to is tomorrow! See you all there. Watch this space for more updates.
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21 Feb 2024
The wait is over! The event that we all been looking forward to is tomorrow! See you all there. Watch this space for more updates.
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