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🏋️‍ Join the Squatober Challenge and Squat for the Hospice! 🏋️‍♂️

Are you ready to squat your way to a healthier you while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others? Introducing Squatober – the ultimate online fitness challenge that will not only push your limits but also raise funds for a noble cause. Get ready to embrace the burn, all while supporting East Cheshire Hospice! 🔥💛

What is Squatober?

Squatober is a month-long fitness challenge that dares you to complete a total of 2,000 squats (or whatever number is realistic for you) throughout October. It’s an exciting opportunity to challenge yourself physically, set new fitness goals, and make a positive difference in your community. Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast or a beginner looking to improve your strength, Squatober welcomes everyone to join in and contribute to a fantastic cause.

Why Participate?

Fitness Boost: Squats are a fantastic way to engage your lower body muscles and improve overall strength and endurance. By participating in Squatober, you’ll embark on a transformative fitness journey that promises to leave you feeling stronger and more accomplished.

Community Spirit: Join a supportive community of like-minded individuals who are all striving for personal growth while giving back. Share your progress, motivate each other, and celebrate every squat conquered together.

Impactful Giving: Every squat you complete won’t just benefit your health – it will also make a difference in the lives of those in need. All funds raised through Squatober will go directly to East Cheshire Hospice, an organisation dedicated to providing essential care and support to individuals facing life-limiting illnesses.

How to Get Involved:

Register: Sign up for Squatober by completing the Squatober Sign Up Form.

Spread the Word: Share the Squatober challenge with friends, family, and colleagues to maximize your impact and encourage more participants to join.

Set Your Goal: Whether you’re aiming to complete the full 2,000 squats or a modified goal, every squat counts and contributes to the cause.

Fundraising: Encourage your friends and family to support your Squatober journey by making donations to East Cheshire Hospice. Your dedication to the challenge will inspire others to contribute.

What is the 14-Day Yoga Challenge?

East Cheshire Hospice’s Yoga Challenge is a 14-day virtual event promoting physical health, mental well-being, and community spirit while raising funds for East Cheshire Hospice. Participants commit to daily yoga, mindfulness activities, and fundraising for the Hospice.

Open to all skill levels, the challenge offers various yoga styles and difficulties, ensuring everyone can participate and benefit at their own pace. Join us in breathing, stretching, and feeling good for ourselves and East Cheshire Hospice!

❓Did you know?

Raising £50 could pay for complimentary therapies such as massages, reflexology, Reiki and acupuncture.

Raising £85 could pay for a session of Art Psychotherapy.

Raising £100 could pay for a person experiencing dementia and their carer to attend our Dementia Carer Wellbeing Programme.

Raising £740 could cover the cost of an overnight stay at our Inpatient Unit.

🧘 1. Register: Sign up for the 14-Day Yoga Challenge in aid of East Cheshire Hospice by completing the registration form here.

📣 2. Spread the Word: Share the 14-Day Yoga Challenge with friends, family, colleagues, and neighbours to maximise your impact and encourage more participants to join. Don’t forget to use the hashtag #YogaForECH in any social media posts! Don’t forget to join our Facebook Group called ’14 Days of Yoga for East Cheshire Hospice 🌻’

🎯 3. Set Your Goal: Whether you’re aiming to master a new pose each day or complete a full yoga routine, every effort counts and contributes to our cause. Set your personal goals and strive to achieve them.

📊 4. Track Your Progress: Use our yoga tracker (available to download below) to log and track your daily yoga practices throughout the challenge. Monitor your growth and celebrate your achievements!

💸 5. Fundraising: Encourage your friends and family to support your 14-Day Yoga Challenge by making donations to East Cheshire Hospice. Your dedication to the challenge will inspire others to contribute and embark on their own wellness journey.

FAQ’s

Do I have to be on Facebook to join in this challenge?

You can still take part in this challenge without using Facebook. Simply select the JustGiving option when filling out he registration form. fundraise for this challenge through JustGiving.

How much do I have to fundraise?

We ask that those participating in the challenge aim to raise a minimum of £50. Every penny counts toward supporting our end-of-life care services.

My T-Shirt hasn’t arrived yet. When can I expect it to be delivered?

Allow 10-14 business days. If you still haven’t received your t-shirt, please reach out to fundraising@echospice.org.uk.

Find out more from the FAQ’s at the bottom of this page.