Shaheen

Shaheen Body & Soul

Wellness & Exercise Programme

Resilience — keeping the blood warm

A holistic wellness programme providing free exercise guides, community fitness events, and mental wellbeing resources. Rooted in Iqbal's belief that a strong body supports a soaring spirit.

جھپٹنا، پلٹنا، پلٹ کر جھپٹنا
لہو گرم رکھنے کا ہے ایک بہانہ

"To swoop, to retreat, and to swoop again —
is but a pretext to keep the blood warm."

Iqbal understood that resilience requires both physical and mental strength. Movement is not just exercise — it's the practice of perseverance, the discipline of showing up, the joy of feeling alive.

Exercise Library

Home-Based Programmes for Every Age

Free downloadable resources you can use anytime, anywhere.

Ages 5–11

Little Falcons Move

Video slides, printable cards

Fun movement games, animal walks, stretching

Ages 12–17

Teen Shaheen Fit

Video workouts, challenges

Bodyweight fitness, sports prep, stress relief

Ages 18–60

Shaheen Strength

Video + PDF guides

Home workouts (no equipment), yoga, HIIT

Ages 60+

Golden Eagles

Video + illustrated guides

Chair exercises, balance work, gentle stretching

Ages All ages

Family Flight

Weekend challenge cards

Exercises the whole family does together

Ages All ages

Mind & Breath

Audio + video

Guided breathing, mindfulness, reflection

Weekly Challenge

Exercise of the Week

Every week, we feature a new exercise on our homepage — perfect for families to try together.

30–60 second video or animated illustration

Easy to follow, engaging, suitable for beginners

Connected Iqbal quote

Each exercise links to a principle of resilience and strength

Community sharing

Share your progress and encourage others on social media

This Week's Challenge

Morning Sun Salutation

"Keep the blood warm"

Community Events

Move Together, Soar Together

Join our in-person and online fitness events — all free and open to everyone.

Shaheen Park Runs

Monthly

Free monthly community runs and walks in local parks

Family Fitness Days

Quarterly

Quarterly outdoor events with activities for all ages

Mental Health Walks

Weekly

Weekly walking groups with peer support

Online Live Sessions

Weekly

Weekly streamed exercise classes you can join from home

Mind & Soul

Wellness Is More Than Exercise

We support mental and emotional wellbeing alongside physical health.

Mindfulness & Breathing

Guided audio and video resources for stress relief, better sleep, and emotional balance.

Mental Health Walks

Weekly walking groups where you can talk, connect, and support each other in a safe space.

Professional Support Signposting

We connect people with NHS mental health services, Mind, Samaritans, and other specialist support.

If you're in crisis

Call Samaritans on 116 123 (free, 24/7) or text SHOUT to 85258 for immediate support. You are not alone.

Partners

Working Together for Community Health

We collaborate with leading organizations to deliver the best possible support.

Sport in Mind

Mental health through sport and physical activity

Mind

Mental health charity with Get Active programmes

Local Leisure Centres

Community gym access and group classes

NHS GP Referrals

Exercise on prescription partnerships

Support Community Wellness

Your donation helps us provide free exercise resources and events to families who need them. Every £50 provides exercise guides for 10 families.