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Day in, day out, come rain or shine the rail industry transports passengers and goods across the UK. This is certainly no small feat and whatever part you play in this mammoth task, your contribution is vital! There are however those among us who continually go above and beyond to support others and champion health and wellbeing in the rail industry. Those we can truly call … heroes. So without further ado, it’s time for us to find out who this year’s Wellbeing Hero is.

Capoeira is an exciting and dynamic Afro-Brazilian art-form that combines elements of movement, dance, martial arts, music, and play. Don't be put off joining a capoeira class because you're not a gymnast or acrobat. Beginners are not expected to be able to do cartwheels and handstands from the outset! However, your fitness will build from day one and after a few months of training, you might be surprised what you can do. Watch this session to learn basic moves whilst listening to upbeat music and find out a bit of history behind this fascinating form of martial art.

Sion hosts a 30 minute yoga flow session which can be practised from the comfort of your own home. It's a revitalising, nourishing and grounding yoga class suitable for all levels and abilities, no previous experience of yoga is necessary. We move through some flowing yoga poses, designed to build your flexibility and strength and end with a calming relaxation session.

In this session, women’s health coach Baz Moffat leads you through a session designed to mobilise, strengthen and stretch your core and your body in a way that is aligned with a females anatomy and physiology. The vibe is focussed but chilled - you won’t feel the burn, or be smashing out jumping jacks, we move and train for 30 minutes together to energise and rebalance our bodies. Anyone can do this session.

*Warning: please only take part in this activity if you are able. Stop taking part if you experience any dizziness, sickness or ringing in your ears*

The Wim Hof Method is scientifically proven to reduce inflammation in the body caused by stress. In this session, Nina Finlay, a certified Wim Hof Method instructor, provides a fully guided Wim Hof Method Breathing Session which you can incorporate into your daily life.

Vidyamala Burch has suffered with chronic pain for over 30 years due to congenital weakness, a car accident and unsuccessful surgery. She is now a wheelchair user. In this positive and reassuring talk, she identifies that it is our resistance to pain which causes it to be so distressing and miserable. She shares easy-to follow breathing techniques and powerful mindfulness meditations teach you how to live in the present moment.