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Football Fans In Training

New Session starting 17th June Aberdeen FC are now recruiting for the next delivery of Football Fans in Training which starts on Tuesday 17th June 2014. FFIT, sponsored by the NHS, is a fun-filled 12 week programme aimed at improving men’s health and wellbeing, while providing them with a behind-the-scenes look at the Club. The FREE weekly sessions at Pittodrie are split between classroom health education and physical activity training; all sessions are delivered by AFC Coaches using the club’s facilities.

Football Fans In Training

New Session starting 17th June

FFIT, sponsored by the NHS, is a fun-filled 12 week programme aimed at improving men’s health and wellbeing, while providing them with a behind-the-scenes look at the Club. The FREE weekly sessions at Pittodrie are split between classroom health education and physical activity training; all sessions are delivered by AFC Coaches using the club’s facilities.

Sir Lewis Ritchie from the NHS said: “NHS Grampian is delighted to be working in partnership with Aberdeen Football Club to deliver Football Fans in Training (FFIT), an innovative health improvement programme that has been designed to help men to improve their health. I am particularly encouraged by the results of recent studies into the effectiveness of the programme which show that the benefits of FFIT are sustained over time.”

AFC Manager Derek McInnes said: “One of our priorities at Aberdeen FC is the health and wellbeing of our faithful supporters. We welcome the opportunity to enhance the lifestyles of the Dons fans through Aberdeen FFIT 2014.”

This is a great opportunity to get involved with your Football Club and help you live a healthier and more active life. The programme is open to men aged between 35-65 who fit any of the following criteria:

– BMI of 28+ – Belly 40 inches + – Trouser waist size of 38 inches +

If you are keen to get involved or want more information on Football Fans in Training, please register your interest with our Community Projects Officer, David Smith, by emailing [email protected] or calling (01224) 650456 (Please leave your contact details when registering your interest!).

If you are keen to get involved or want more information on Football Fans in Training, please register your interest with our Community Projects Officer, David Smith, by emailing [email protected] or calling (01224) 650456 (Please leave your contact details when registering your interest!).

If you are keen to get involved or want more information on Football Fans in Training, please register your interest with our Community Projects Officer, David Smith, by emailing [email protected] or calling (01224) 650456 (Please leave your contact details when registering your interest!).

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