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One Killarney group plan to get locals into shape later this month with the return annual fitness programme.
Killarney Valley Athletic Club, who launched their 'Fit for Life' programme in St Brendan's College Gym recently, aim to help those seeking a healthier lifestyle to achieve their own personal fitness goals.
The programme begins on Wednesday January 23 at 7pm from the St Brendan's College Gym with existing participants and new members are invited to come along.

“The ‘Fit for Life’ group in the club and community has been on the go now for the last three years,” Jerry Griffin, from Killarney Valley AC, said.

“There are those in the group from the very beginning and have enjoyed great health and fitness since. We have a few mottos, with one of encouragement for all no matter what your level walker or jogger, that "nobody gets left behind"!
“We follow a plan of micro steps and consistency! Once a week we are your mentors and team mates.
“We believe in three months from now you will thank yourself and no matter how slow you go, you are still lapping everybody on the couch!”
He added that there are times when a person gets into a rut, what with diet, weight or simply having the blues.
“With a positive get up and go, a welcome to a group or your very own personal kick up the arse strategy, you can benefit enormously,” he said.
Registration takes place in the Sem Hall on Monday January 21, at 7pm, or from 6.30-7pm on Wednesday, January 23.
He added that participants must be over 18 and that you’ll become a member of Killarney Valley AC, receive a club T-shirt, mentoring and guidance, become fit and healthy as well as enjoy being part of a social group.
Walkers will be led by John O'Shea and Jean Courtney, runners/walkers will be led by Catriona Shanahan and Jerry Griffin, and after 12 weeks the group will take part in the Killarney Parkrun at Muckross Gardens.
“Complete the distance of 5k whether you run or walk and enjoy the "craic" along the way!
“Leaving the last word and famous quote to our very own Killarney Canadian Olympian
Peter Maher, you got to ask yourself – ‘Are you going to be a wimp or are going to be strong today?’,” he added.
“Regardless, we would be honoured to assist you in your own personal challenge.”