I run 5k every day but I won’t be running to a gym any time soon
Moira Bayne, 61, charity CEO, from Bearsden
A year ago, with her 60th birthday fast approaching, Moira decided she would join a gym to get healthier, and started to enjoy attending classes at lunchtime and after work meetings. However, when lockdown forced the gyms to close, Moira turned to running and online classes – and admits she won’t be returning to the treadmill any time soon.
She said: “In the first few weeks of lockdown, I was quite anxious and I found running really helped. I’ve run a 5K more or less every day since then, and I’ve also really enjoyed going to the weekly Park Run event.
“My kids are grown up and my husband is retired, so I’ve actually got a lot of time on my hands. But, rather than heading to the biscuit tin, which is my natural inclination, I turned to running!
“A friend of mine usually works as a dancer on Disney Cruise Ships and is a qualified yoga teacher, so she decided to offer online classes. So, I’ve been joining those classes twice a week as well. I don’t think I’ve ever been fitter or healthier.”
With her gym in Glasgow’s city centre, Moira’s routine no longer allows her to pop in for 20 or 30 minutes between appointments, and she misses the expert advice and motivation.
“It’s a shame, but I won’t go back any time soon,” explained the CEO of charity Housing Options Scotland.
“I’m not concerned about going back to the gym itself, but my gym is in the town centre. So I would need to go on public transport, which I don’t feel comfortable doing. Until the pandemic is over, I don’t think I’ll be back.”