Motivate Me - Community Fitness and Zombie Apocalypse Survival Sessions

12/08/2026

Good Morning Folks!

Hope you’re all doing great and have been enjoying the summer!

It’s been a couple of weeks since I last posted. The small break has been lovely and sorely needed. However I’m now looking ahead to when we can get started again with our Thursday evening antics!

The last few weeks off have really given me time to think and reflect a lot about this group- From where it started and how it’s developed over the years. I still can’t believe we will soon be celebrating 7 years of Motivate Me in September! There will definitely be a celebration that night at our little Planks and Prosecco session 🥳

Very happy to say that sessions will resume on Thursday 20th August - The Event details are up now👍
I’m hoping to add a new element to the end of a sessions now too for those who are interested. After we’ve done our cool down and stretch I thought it would be nice to have a little mindful moment with the Angel Cards and Affirmation cards. We used to do this on our Sunday Walks at the beach and it was always really nice. I miss doing that so i thought why not try and incorporate it at the end of our Thursday Sessions too🥰 (Obviously it’s a completely optional element to the session)

For those who have never been along to a Thursday before I have a pinned post at the top of this page, please have a read and if you have any questions feel free to get in touch 👍and for those of you who are regulars- well you know the drill😜👍

These sessions are a lovely way to connect with people in the community and for those who want to get fit or maintain their fitness in a fun group setting, so If you want to attend a fun, free, zero pressure fitness session then go pop your name down now!

As always if you have any questions please get in touch otherwise I really hope to see some of you next week!🩷

07/07/2026

Morning Everyone 👋
Hope you’re all doing great today!

Wee update!
After a bit of thinking I’ve decided to pause sessions for a few weeks in the summer holidays. Given that people have holidays booked(us included this year! Yay!!🎉) days away planned and most of us will be trying to juggle work and keeping the kids entertained I think it makes sense to take a break.
Also a proper break to recharge my creative brain is sorely needed! It’s been a very busy and challenging year to say the least . 🎢 🩷

I’ll pop up the next Thursday session once I work out when that’ll be 👍

In the meantime have a great, safe and fun few weeks ahead whatever you have planned and I’ll see you all soon! Recharged and raring to go 🏃🏻‍♀️💪🩷

01/07/2026

No session tomorrow night folks as it’s last day of term and last day of primary school for my son so we have lots of fun things planned for after school tomorrow! Don’t want to be clock watching and having to rush off etc. X

30/06/2026

I’m speechless 😶 (For once)😆
I honestly can’t even begin to express my feelings about the amount of food the 51st Brownies Unit from Kincorth collected for donation last night🥹
Girlguiding Aberdeen & Shetland Girlguiding

I don’t have the unit leader on here but hopefully it will reach the right people 🤞

The Girl Guides Units and now some of the Brownies Units have spent the last 2 years going above and beyond with their generosity and kindness. It makes me so emotional and very proud of every single young person who has participated in a Zombie Apocalypse Session. They deserve some big recognition!!
I ask for 3 tins per person but they never only bring 3 - they bring tons, pasta, rice, biscuits, sauces, soups… honestly my faith in humanity restores itself every single time🥰🥹

The Brownies last night were such an amazing group of Youngsters who were all up for the challenge! They listened so well to all the instructions, they worked together displaying fantastic teamwork and respect. They were so friendly and welcoming and asked me some absolutely brilliant questions about Zombies 😂 Thank you for having me and thank you for being so unbelievably generous 🥰

Thank you for picking the Kindness Exchange option. I deliver the session to empower your young people and you donate food to a local charity- it’s a win win. 🧟‍♀️ 💪🥰

Evening Express I think you need to do a good news story on the amazing Community Spirit being displayed by all the Aberdeen Guides & Brownies! They deserve the recognition 🙌

23/06/2026

Lots of fantastic FREE activities on offer for young people over the summer holidays. Click on the link to take a look and get your kids booked into something fun🥰🙌

Youth Horizons 2026 Summer Programme is here! ☀️

This summer, Youth Horizons invites you to step into a season of creativity, adventure, and connection. Whether you're looking to try something new or just hang out with friends, we’ve got you covered.

Activities include:
🥋Self-Defence Classes
☕Youth Café
🕺Hip Hop Dancing
🧟‍♂️ Zombie Apocalypse: Survival Training

Some activities are drop-in, others need sign-up—check the full schedule online and don’t miss out!

👉 https://orlo.uk/NjoTs

18/06/2026

Sorry everybody, I’ve taken down tonight’s session but not to worry I’ve popped up next weeks instead. 👍

Head is spinning a little from trying to fit everything in today and dealing with a bit of a migraine brain😵‍💫… as the ladies in the group chat just found out. Full conversation with Martin about how my day is going and I sent it to them instead 😆 😵‍💫 never mind 🙈

12/06/2026

Last night wasFantaSTICK… 😂
Weather was a little bit rainy to begin with but it actually improved as the session went on. After our usual warmup we played a few games and then tried our hand at some new games using our lovely new sticks. It took a minute to get going mostly because we were laughing so much but it all worked well and we’re definitely going develop it to do that one again!

My Motivation has been all over the place lately dealing with a pretty awful spell of Cluster Migraines and Low Iron so my energy levels have been at an all time low and my body has been in fight mode almost every day dealing with all the migraine symptoms.

Things are getting much better now though and last night yet again was a HUGE reminder of just how important it is to do the things that bring you joy. This wee group and hanging out with these ladies (we’re missing a few). Claire Barranger-Clark Louise Forbes Samantha Wildi honestly brings me so much joy & don’t forget Finch our gorgeous little Motivate Me Mascot 🐶 she always makes us smile 🩷

It’s not just about the benefits of the physical exercise and movement, it’s also the massive positive impact the social aspect has on our emotional and mental health 🩷 it’s medicine for the soul.

28/05/2026

It was a very musical session tonight for us starting with the Sally Challenge and then onto my favourite, Heads Shoulders Knees and Toes! 😂
We took turns rolling the Dice for a bit of a mix and we ended with a game of quick reactions! All in a pretty good session that went by ridiculously fast!

No session next week as I’m away with work but we’re back the week after so the 11th and the 18th are up now under the Events Tab.

Hopefully see some of you there 🩷