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Safe, supportive, expert-led weightlifting for everyday people. Longevity 🏋️‍♂️

We are currently putting together a brand new programme to take what we have been doing on our gym out into the communit...
16/09/2026

We are currently putting together a brand new programme to take what we have been doing on our gym out into the community! 👊

Our Community Strength Programme will aim to bring our specialist coaching service into the community by utilising public spaces and local facilities as well as partnering with local organisations so that we can help to deliver our programme where people are.

We have had very positive talks with partner organisations and would love to source funding to make this completely free at the point of entry BUT we need to know if this is something that is

A) Needed
B) Wanted (kind of a big one 😂)
C) And where you would like to see one of our community based classes run?

This information helps support our application to funders so we would super appreciate if this is something you'd like to see, give the post a like and comment below to let us know where you'd like to see us set up if we are successful 👇👇

Please share far and wide so we can get as much reach as possible!

The more need we can demonstrate the stronger our proposal becomes 👊

Our member Brigita took on a massive challenge this week! 👊She tackled the West Highland Way, solo!! She set out last we...
13/09/2026

Our member Brigita took on a massive challenge this week! 👊

She tackled the West Highland Way, solo!! She set out last weekend with the goal of getting it done in 7 days to make it back in time for functional fitness tomorrow night 👀

The last part is a lie, but I am pleased to report she smashed it 💪

A week of hills, rain, wild camping, hunners of steps, hunners of hills and she made it 💃

Great effort Brigita, well done 🌟 You should be super proud of your effort!

P.S tomorrow's sessions is a gazillion squats as fast as you can 🫣😂

One of the things I ponder about a lot (and yes, this is where I ponder 😂) is how do we make strength training more acce...
13/09/2026

One of the things I ponder about a lot (and yes, this is where I ponder 😂) is how do we make strength training more accessible to people who don't engage in traditional settings OR more specifically people who don't think strength training is for them...

A lot of the stigma around strength training comes from the messaging - particularly targeted at women.

The idea that lifting weights makes you "bulky" and doing cardio makes you "toned" is a real head scratcher because it's not what I'm seeing on the gym floor and it's definitely not what the research supports - in fact, in some ways, the opposite is true 👀

Members, What's your experience of strength training in our wee gym? Are you "bulky"? 🤔

Really great to catch up with Paul Mill Renfrewshire the other day 💃 Love that he's using his Magazine to spread positiv...
11/09/2026

Really great to catch up with Paul Mill Renfrewshire the other day 💃

Love that he's using his Magazine to spread positivity around Paisley and help more people connect with the amazing local businesses the area has to offer 💪

I'm Paisley born and bred myself so any opportunity to connect with positive Paisley minded businesses is an easy decision 💃

👋 MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND GACWhen you join Get Active Coaching, you're not just joining a gym.You're joining a community....
11/09/2026

👋 MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND GAC

When you join Get Active Coaching, you're not just joining a gym.

You're joining a community.

Our coaches are here to support you, answer your questions and help you become stronger at your own pace.

No shouting.

No judgement.

No intimidating gym culture.

Just friendly coaching and a community that wants to see you succeed.

That's what GAC is all about.

Whether it's part of our weightlifting club or our community sports programme, you'll be supported every sessiom 💃

Another award post 🙄😂...A while we shared that we are a finalist at the Social Enterprise Awards 2026 💃🌟As GAC is a fina...
10/09/2026

Another award post 🙄😂...

A while we shared that we are a finalist at the Social Enterprise Awards 2026 💃🌟

As GAC is a finalist at the Social Enterprise Awards this year, we have also been put forward for the People's Choice Award - which is a voting situation (not mad keen on popularity contests, I'd rather be ranked by our impact) - but if you think GAC worthy then vote here:

https://survey.zohopublic.eu/zs/7viNlD

You'll need to scroll to the bottom and submit for the vote to count 💪

P.S they've used a belter of a photo for our nomination compared to everyone else's professional pics 😂✌️

💪 HOW TO BUILD STRENGTH AT ANY AGEOne of the biggest myths we hear is:"I'm too old to start."The truth?You're never too ...
09/09/2026

💪 HOW TO BUILD STRENGTH AT ANY AGE

One of the biggest myths we hear is:

"I'm too old to start."

The truth?

You're never too old to become stronger.

Start with simple movements.

🏋️ Train 2–3 times each week.
🥗 Eat enough protein.
😴 Prioritise recovery.
📈 Focus on small improvements.

Strength isn't about lifting the heaviest weights.

It's about making everyday life easier, staying independent and feeling confident in your own body.

The best time to start was years ago.

The second best time is today.

Everybody stay calm!!! 🎉 We have some incredible news!Get Active Coaching CIC has been recognised in the Scottish Enterp...
07/09/2026

Everybody stay calm!!!

🎉 We have some incredible news!

Get Active Coaching CIC has been recognised in the Scottish Enterprise Awards 2026, winning:

🏆 Best Community Fitness & Wellbeing CIC 2026 – Renfrewshire
🏆 Excellence in Beginner-Friendly Fitness & Coaching 2026 – Renfrewshire

When I started Get Active Coaching, the goal wasn't to win awards, it was to make strength training accessible to everyone, especially those who never felt they belonged in a gym.

These awards recognise the work our amazing members, volunteers, partners and supporters have helped us achieve together and that means you!! 💪

Thank you to everyone who has trusted us with their health and wellbeing. This is just the beginning.

Our mission remains the same: to help create a stronger, healthier community by making strength training welcoming, inclusive and accessible for everyone.

Here's to the next chapter 💙💪

Now to go lie down for a bit and chill out 😂

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