Students and staff from Lowestoft College determined to make 2010 the year to stay fit and healthy were given a bit of a boost last week with a special roadshow.

The day featured workshops and challenges with a Health Theme and included stands by visiting organisations which ranged from the Suffolk Young Carers and Stop Smoking Team to Community Nutritionists and Suffolk Constabulary. The students were also able to test their awareness and ability to spot potential hazards on the roads with a computer driving challenge by Suffolk Road Safety. More active visitors were able to hop on the blender bike and make themselves a smoothie using pedal power alone.

Jenny Carter Head of Learner Services said: “The event was designed to answer some questions and provide information about various health issues that affect people. The day was hugely popular with our students and we hope that by giving them access to this kind of event we are encouraging them to think about how they can be a healthier and realise how their actions and choices can have an impact on their lives.”