On the road to health
Durbanites came out in their numbers on Sunday morning, 17 November to participate in the Durban leg of the Diabetes SA 5km Global Walk which was supported by ProNutro.
MORE than 2500 walkers turned out early on Sunday morning, 17 November to participate in the Durban leg of the Diabetes SA 5km Global Walk which was supported by ProNutro.
A sunny day greeted the walkers who started at the amphitheatre and walked to the Tropicana Hotel and back.
The annual event was seen as a huge victory according to branch manager, Jenny Russell of Diabetes SA in Durban; she could not get over the turnout and the support the event received from the community at large. “I am thrilled that people in general are taking an interest in creating a healthier lifestyle for themselves and the response from businesses and schools has been phenomenal,” she added.
Kyle Cooper, brand ambassador for Diabetes SA, who unfortunately could not walk the race as he was recovering from a recent operation, was able to attend on crutches and offer his support, echoed Russell’s sentiments. “It’s great to see Durbanites coming together and lending their support to this event and hosting such an event in turn creates further awareness to this disease”, he added!
The first 1500 walkers back at the finish received a goodie-bag, as well as the chance to win over R50 000 in lucky draw prizes courtesy of the Gooderson Leisure Hospitality Group.
Many of the participants and supporters also took advantage of the free services at the Lifestyle Wellness Expo which provided them with the opportunity to test their glucose, BMI, kidney function and blood pressure. There were also lifestyle brands on site and the chance to participate in yoga demonstrations with Lisa Raleigh and other fitness trainers.
