Episode 18: This is Why We Train: Movement, & Community Support With guests Derrick and Delroy

SummaryIn this episode with Derek and Delroy, share their fitness journeys, the impact of physical activity on well-being, and the importance of inclusivity in fitness. They discuss how age should not be a barrier to movement and share personal stories of motivation and community engagement. The conversation emphasises the need for modifications in fitness routines to accommodate all individuals, regardless of their physical abilities, and highlights the cyclical nature of motivation in fitness communities. The discussion transitions to the significance of personal time for self-connection, leading to the introduction of Gorilla Gardens, a community-driven outdoor training initiative, created by Derrick and Delroy.Keywordsfitness, physical activity, health, community, inclusivity, age, modifications, well-being training, exercise, Gorilla gardens, personal time, outdoor training, bodyweight workout, connection, motivation, training, family, underrepresented communities, mental healthChapters:Introduction, Community Impact & Fitness JourneysDerek & Delroy: Personal Fitness JourneysAge, Physical Activity & The Cycle of MotivationTraining vs Exercise & The Importance of Self-CareThe Birth of Gorilla Gardens & Community Co-Creation Inclusivity in Training & Accessible Movement for AllHealth, Barriers & Practical Fitness in Everyday LifeCreative Health: Youth, Women, Reflections & Wider ImpactConnect with DerrickInstagram: @Papa’s drills 2Facebook: Papa Kwasi AgyemanTikTok: Papas_drillsConnect with DelroyInstagramConnect with Jen:Email:[email protected] CornerFundingName of Organisation The Radcliffe TrustName of Grant: Heritage & Crafts SchemeAmount: £2,500–£7,500Deadline: 31st July 2026LinkEventsName of Event: Heritage CraftsOrganisation: Cultural Fashion and Arts CICDate: Sunday 31st May 2026Time@ 12pm- 4pmLocation Woodgreen Shopping Mall (North London)Name of event: Great Exhibition Road Festival 2026Date: 6-7th JuneTime 12pm -6pmLocation: Exhibition Road- South KensingtonAmount: FreeLinkNewsCreative Health CDP!!!A short course co-developed by London Arts and Health and City St George’s, University of LondonLink:Additional informationQuadrille DancingLondon Arts in Health Forum – Developing the role of culture in wellbeingAll audio content, recordings, and quotes from this podcast are protected under UK copyright law. No audio or quoted material may be reproduced, distributed, broadcast, or used in any form without the prior written consent from Derrick, Delroy and Jennifer