With both run leaders tied up this week, our GoodGym Barnet crew took the initiative for a DIY litter-pick — proof that even a quick solo session (or a pair with a furry friend!) can make a difference.

It’s amazing how rewarding it feels to do something small and local — whether it’s tidying your own street or discovering a hidden corner that needs a little care.

If anyone fancies giving it a go, we can help source litter pickers and council bags — just ask! Every small effort adds up to a cleaner, greener Barnet

A few yoga people came on line to do yoga.

yoga talk

Science increasingly backs what yoga has known for centuries: regular, focused time for ourselves enhances mental clarity, reduces stress, and even strengthens our immune response. Studies show that practicing mindfulness through breathwork and poses can lower levels of cortisol (the stress hormone) and increase the brain’s grey matter, which supports memory, emotional regulation, and resilience against stress.