#HaveAWord REAL PEOPLE, REAL STORIES ABOUT HOW SMALL CHANGES CAN MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE. #HaveAWord Real PEOPLE Real ADVICE What is Have A Word? Have A Word is ACTIVE NATION’s campaign to understand what barriers real people have overcome to leading healthy active lives. By understanding these barriers we can then provide relevant resources that will hopefully inspire others to make small positive changes to their lives. As a campaigning charity on a mission to persuade the nation to be active, we believe making positive lifestyle changes starts with a conversation. That conversation may be had with a health professional, a family member, friend or with ourselves but by talking about the challenges we face, change becomes possible. As we talk to more inspirational people and share their stories, we will continue to build up the available resources. Choose what stops you from getting active READY TO MAKE A CHANGE? We're here to help. Our app features an online workout library, activity tracker, FREE guest pass & nutritional support to help you lead a healthier, more active and happier lifestyle. Download App Now #HaveAWord - Real People - Real Stories Meet Chris Couch to 5k Chris Bartlett, 33, is an electrician from Southampton who enjoys the NFL, Formula 1 and watching live bands perform. Chris’s story will resonate with many of us – Previously... Find out more about Chris >> Meet Harj Working mum Harj, a 41 year old solicitor, moved to Southampton from Brighton with her husband and 2 1/2 year old son, a week before Dillon was born. Finding time to... Find out more about Harj >> Meet Mike Mental health 63 year old Mike Stoddart from Southampton has struggled with depression and comfort eating on and off for the last 30 years. Find out more about Mike >> Meet Nick Weight loss I decided to make the change after turning 30 years old and hitting the dreaded 300lbs mark, which would be fine if I was a heavyweight wrestler but I... Find out more about Nick >> Meet Ramona Diabetes Weight loss We think you’ll agree that Ramona Mulligan, from Chorley, is a true inspiration and a fantastic ambassador for the Active Nation charity. Ramona shares her story below to inspire... Find out more about Ramona >> Meet Julian Mental health Julian, 55, from London, had struggled on and off with depression for most of his adult life until one day a friend introduced him to cold water swimming. Find out more about Julian >> Meet David Mental health David Parker, 53, is a veteran from Lincoln who suffers from PTSD. He truly believes that exercise saved his life. Find out more about David >> Meet Jo Menopause I’m Jo Moseley a 54, mother of two – we live on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales in the north of England. One day in May 2013, I... Find out more about Jo >> Meet Erica Mental health Erica Booth, 40, is a triathlete who got back into fitness in her twenties. Although she initially struggled with confidence, she managed to face her fear and is now loving... Find out more about Erica >> Meet Stuart Mental health Stuart Murphy, 42, has recently regained his fitness mojo. When he was in his thirties, he was very inactive, but noticed how a lot of older men had tummies... Find out more about Stuart >> Meet Peter Disability Peter Hull MBE was born without legs or forearms but has not let anything stop him from excelling in sport. Since taking up swimming at the age of 5,... Find out more about Peter >> FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL Check us out - we share a lot of great stuff that will keep you motivated and inspired towards making positive changes to your lifesyle. HOME HEALTH COMMITMENT FIND A VENUE JOBS FIND AN ACTIVITY TERMS & CONDITIONS PRIVACY POLICY THE LOCKER OUR CULTURAL DNA ABOUT US GENDER PAY GAP REPORT COVID 19 STATEMENT WE ARE A CHARITY ON A MISSION TO PERSUADE THE NATION TO BE ACTIVE ! Copyright © 2021 Active Nation. All rights reserved. 1b Hatton Rock Business Centre, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 0NQ. 0845 658 8360 Reg Charity No. 1047742. Site by: B1 Creative We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Ok