Portimão hosts for the first time the initiative "Desperta em Movimento" on September 27th, starting at 8am, at Lugar do Rio – Espaço Jovem Portimão and the riverside area. The event takes place within the scope of European Week of Sport and includes collective functional training activities, a 10-kilometre run and a five-kilometre walk.
A "Partner Village" with recovery, hydration and nutrition zones will be set up at the Fair and Exhibition Park of Portimão. The space will also host initiatives and surprises, including a raffle for a jump by Skydive Algarve.
According to the organisation, the event has no competitive nature, but aims to combat sedentary lifestyles, promote well-being and healthy habits. Alice Melo, co-founder of the organisation, states that the mission is to prove that sport is for everyone, without egos and without barriers, intending to inspire people to adopt a more active lifestyle.
With participation estimated at around 600 people, the event has the support of brands such as Decathlon, Epic Fitness and GoldNutrition, as well as institutional support from Portimão Municipal Council and Visit Algarve Portugal. Registrations are open and free of charge.
