HILDEGARDE Naughton T.D., minister of state with responsibility for public health and wellbeing, has officially opened Ireland’s first power-assisted exercise studio.
She joined local politicians, members of the Mayo Sports Partnership and the public at Castle Leisure Club in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, home of the inaugural Hello Good Life Health and Wellbeing Hub.
The new facility will help the over 50s and those with impacted mobility issues to adopt a holistic approach to wellbeing using power-assisted exercise for physical, mental and social benefits.
“I am really pleased to see this new facility officially open; ready to provide lots of opportunities for people to take part in physical activity, which is essential for maintaining our health and wellbeing,” Hildegarde said.
“While this is true for all sectors of the population, it is especially important for older adults. When people come together to take part in an activity, they are benefitting from meeting and spending time with others, as well as from the activity itself. A hearty congratulations to all involved in getting this fantastic project over the line.”.
Businesswoman Martina Calvey is the driving force behind Hello GoodLife Health and Wellbeing, a company she co-founded with Seamus Davitt in 2023 to roll out Innerva’s wellness solution across Ireland.
Drawing inspiration from her own health challenges, which excluded her from mainstream gyms and fitness centres, Martina is committed to making exercise more inclusive and accessible.
As the exclusive distributor for Innerva’s equipment in Ireland, her vision is to enable and support the establishment of customised Hello GoodLife Health and Wellbeing hubs for the over 50s across the county.