Gym that’s changing lives around

A HOLLINWOOD fitness fanatic hopes to use his experiences to turn around the lives of mentally ill patients on probation.

Kevin Davies (27) believes that fitness is the best medicine to turn around a life of crime and illness, giving offenders a release and teaching self-discipline.

Kevin spent two years studying fitness at Hopwood Hall, Rochdale, before holding his first session at Hollinwood Gym last week.

The day was hosted with help from HOPE a partnership between the NHS and the probation service for patients who are suffering with or recovering from mental health issues within the criminal justice system.

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