Movember has become a national tradition of fundraising for men’s health and specifically for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. Once again LP staff have committed to supporting this worthwhile cause, growing facial hair and sporting an array of fine moustaches and fulsome beards. With the month nearly at an end it is time to celebrate the hirsute achievements of our team and to make one last push to gain cash for the tash!
What seemed like a fun idea quickly became serious business at the Movember burpee-a-thon however. This gruelling challenge pitted students against one another with the aim of completing as many burpees as possible in an hour. One of the most tiring tasks in our PE Departments arsenal of exercises, students were encouraged to join in and raise money through sponsorship and donations for their participation. With Year 7s at home isolating and Year 8s in the dark outside Fryer it was a testament to the dedication of our students that they managed so many burpees for a good cause.
Year 7 participant George commented, “I found it very enjoyable with the music and everyone talking and taking part. I was proud of myself and everyone.” Director of PE, SPort and Wellbeing, Jez Belas, who coached the Fryers through the Burpee-a-thon offering music and motivation through a google meet from his garage/gym enthused, “You are legends; all of you! Well done everyone, I’m really proud of you!”
If you would like to make a donation to the LP team’s Movember fundraising and help smash our £500 target, please do so through our online giving page.
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