Hannah Hammoud
Residents of the western suburbs have a new reason to lace up their shoes and hit the pavement, with the launch of a vibrant community initiative – the Western Suburbs Breakfast Run Club.
Spearheaded by local resident Montana Mercieca, the inaugural social run event took place on Sunday, April 28, marking the beginning of what promises to be a regular gathering for fitness enthusiasts of all levels.
Participants are invited to join at 8am, with the flexibility to run, jog, or walk at their own pace. Following the exercise session, attendees have the opportunity to unwind and socialise over coffee or brunch.
Ms Mercieca shared her inspiration for the initiative, emphasising the need for accessible fitness options in the western suburbs.
“Discovering how inaccessible run clubs were in our local municipal, and my personal quest for social fitness, was what ultimately inspired the breakfast run club initiative,” she said.
“Whilst managing my demanding schedule, and having learnt early on in my career as a primary health care practitioner, the sheer lack of social engagement resources, I was on a mission to propagate change.”
The Western Suburbs Breakfast Run Club is not just about physical fitness, it’s also a platform for social engagement and community building.
“The main consideration when formulating the fitness group was factoring in an inclusive, welcoming environment for individuals of all physical capabilities based in the western suburbs of Melbourne,” Ms Mercieca said.
“After promptly recognising the demand for the initiative like breakfast run club, I was inspired to spread awareness of the group making it accessible to a broader community, not Caroline Springs alone.”
With a commitment to accessibility and variety, the run club aims to rotate its meeting locations throughout the western suburbs, ensuring that residents from all corners can take part in the initiative.
Details: www.facebook.com/groups/406661072251060/
