How to Stay Motivated on Your Fitness Journey in Cavan This Summer 2025
- Zane Vondracek
- Jul 2
- 3 min read
Summer in Cavan is filled with sunshine, lakeside views, and plenty of family-friendly activities.
Whether you’re training at Fit Forever Gym or simply looking to get more active with your kids, here are seven strategies to keep you inspired all season.
1. Embrace Outdoor Adventures
Cavan’s natural playground makes every workout feel fresh.
KILLESHANDRA LAKE & FOREST WALK: The walk begins at Town Lake (known locally as the Strand) along the R201 Road outside Killeshandra. Walk along the lake shore for 500m then follow the raised path along the Belturbet Road. Cross the road carefully at the marked point, go through the stile and follow the trail into the forest.
Hiking in Cavan Burren Park: Tackle the limestone trails and bring the kids for a nature scavenger hunt among the rock formations.
Picnic Plus Workouts: Pack a healthy lunch and head to Killykeen. While the little ones play, sneak in bodyweight circuits on the grass. Squats, lunges and push-ups.
There are four signposted walks and a family cycle trail in Killykeen Forest Park.
Nature trail. 3 Km.
Access for all trail. 500 metres.
Gartanoul shore walk. 2 Km
Gartanoul Loop walk. 4.6 Km
Cycle:
Family cycle trail. 3 Km
Boating/Canoeing, Fishing
2. Sync Your Schedule with Local Events
Plug into community energy by joining summer happenings around Cavan and Killeshandra.
Killeshandra Vintage and Country Fair (July 19 2025): Live music, tractor parades and family games make this an ideal active outing.
Cavan Arts Festival (late July): After a morning workout, enjoy free outdoor performances and art workshops for children.
Family Fun Days at Tullymongan: Weekly Saturday sessions with face painting, bouncy castles and supervised sports activities - perfect for keeping the kids engaged while you sneak in a jog around the lake.
3. Kid-Friendly Spots to Keep Everyone Moving
Turn family time into fitness time at these local venues.
Adventure Playground at Cathedral Quarter: Climbing frames, slides and open green space encourage free play and spur little legs into action.
Horse-Riding at Clough Oughter Riding Stables: Gentle hacks through woodland trails introduce children to cardiovascular exercise in a fun, hands-on way.
Splash Zones at Cavan Leisureplex: Swim laps while the kids enjoy the water features. The poolside café keeps everyone fueled for the next round of activity.
4. Take Advantage of Fit Forever’s Kids’ Classes
Fit Forever Cavan offers programmes designed just for youngsters, powered by RINKA.
FitKids Adventure Club: A blend of obstacle courses, team games and confidence-building challenges for ages 6 to 12.
Mini Movers Pilates: Gentle mat sessions that introduce core strength and flexibility in a playful group setting.
Family Fun Yoga: Parent and child classes that teach basic poses and breathing exercises to foster healthy habits early on.
5. Plan Early-Morning or Evening Sessions
Summer temperatures can climb quickly. Schedule your toughest workouts at cooler times.
Sunrise Circuits at the Fit Forever Gym from 6:00 to 7:00 AM
Twilight Trail Runs around Killykeen Forest Park after 7:00 PM
Hydration Stations: Carry refillable bottles and aim for at least 2.5 L of water daily, especially important if you’re chasing toddlers around a fairground.
6. Mini-Goals and Rewards
Break big objectives into bite-sized targets and celebrate each win.
Weekly Targets: Complete three outdoor workouts and two FitKids sessions.
Rewards: Earn a free guest pass for a friend after five gym visits, or treat the family to ice-cream at The Garden Café.
7. Keep Your Why Front and Centre
Remind yourself why you started and involve your kids in the process.
Vision Board: Have each family member add a picture of a goal, such as running a 5 K, mastering a yoga pose or hiking a new trail.
Reflections: After each session, share one thing you enjoyed most. This builds positive associations and strengthens family bonds.
Other resources for families:
Summer in Cavan is your chance to blend fitness, family and fun. From lakeside circuits to FitKids classes at Fit Forever, there’s something here to motivate everyone.
Check the latest summer timetable and book your sessions today at fitforevercavan.ie.
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