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Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Business
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Gen-Z adults with a fitness regime ‘more likely to have a financial plan'
Gen-Z adults with a fitness routine are nearly twice as likely to have a financial plan as those who do not exercise, a survey has found. The survey commissioned by credit information company Experian indicated that, overall, young adults are switched on to their finances. The research among 18 to 25-year-olds found that more than nine in 10 (92%) of those who take steps to keep fit have a financial plan, as do just over half (54%) of those who do not exercise. Those who exercise regularly have £5,080 in savings on average, which is around double the amounts put away by those who do not exercise regularly (£2,511). 'Exercising regularly' was defined as those who said they exercised once a week or more. Experian partnered with endurance runner Russ Cook, also known as the Hardest Geezer, to urge young adults to put the same drive into money management as they do towards personal fitness goals. Mr Cook said: 'The mindset I use for my runs – discipline, small wins, getting up and doing it again – is the same one I use when thinking about money.' The survey also found that half (50%) of young adults feel 'traditional' financial goals, such as home ownership, are impossible. More than half (55%) of those surveyed said they are having to delay moving out of their family home. Nearly half (46%) of young adults said that being able to afford shorter-term ambitions such as holidays, travel and festivals is more important to them than long-term financial security. Around fifth (22%) are focused on staying out of debt, while nearly three in 10 (28%) want to save enough to take some time off work to travel, according to the survey among 2,000 people aged 18 to 25 across the UK carried out by Opinium in June. John Webb, credit expert at Experian, said: 'The link between physical and financial fitness is powerful, and through this campaign, we want to empower young people to apply the discipline they already show in their personal lives to their money, too.' Sebrina McCullough, director of external relations at Money Wellness, said: 'We see young people setting clear goals and tracking their progress. It's not about being perfect, it's about staying consistent. Just like training for a marathon, getting financially fit takes discipline, patience and self-belief. And Gen-Z are proving they've got all three.' Sign in to access your portfolio
The Independent
16-06-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Gen-Z adults with a fitness regime ‘more likely to have a financial plan'
Gen-Z adults with a fitness routine are nearly twice as likely to have a financial plan as those who do not exercise, a survey has found. The survey commissioned by credit information company Experian indicated that, overall, young adults are switched on to their finances. The research among 18 to 25-year-olds found that more than nine in 10 (92%) of those who take steps to keep fit have a financial plan, as do just over half (54%) of those who do not exercise. Those who exercise regularly have £5,080 in savings on average, which is around double the amounts put away by those who do not exercise regularly (£2,511). 'Exercising regularly' was defined as those who said they exercised once a week or more. Experian partnered with endurance runner Russ Cook, also known as the Hardest Geezer, to urge young adults to put the same drive into money management as they do towards personal fitness goals. Mr Cook said: 'The mindset I use for my runs – discipline, small wins, getting up and doing it again – is the same one I use when thinking about money.' The survey also found that half (50%) of young adults feel 'traditional' financial goals, such as home ownership, are impossible. More than half (55%) of those surveyed said they are having to delay moving out of their family home. Nearly half (46%) of young adults said that being able to afford shorter-term ambitions such as holidays, travel and festivals is more important to them than long-term financial security. Around fifth (22%) are focused on staying out of debt, while nearly three in 10 (28%) want to save enough to take some time off work to travel, according to the survey among 2,000 people aged 18 to 25 across the UK carried out by Opinium in June. John Webb, credit expert at Experian, said: 'The link between physical and financial fitness is powerful, and through this campaign, we want to empower young people to apply the discipline they already show in their personal lives to their money, too.' Sebrina McCullough, director of external relations at Money Wellness, said: 'We see young people setting clear goals and tracking their progress. It's not about being perfect, it's about staying consistent. Just like training for a marathon, getting financially fit takes discipline, patience and self-belief. And Gen-Z are proving they've got all three.'
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Gen-Z adults with a fitness regime ‘more likely to have a financial plan'
Gen-Z adults with a fitness routine are nearly twice as likely to have a financial plan as those who do not exercise, a survey has found. The survey commissioned by credit information company Experian indicated that, overall, young adults are switched on to their finances. The research among 18 to 25-year-olds found that more than nine in 10 (92%) of those who take steps to keep fit have a financial plan, as do just over half (54%) of those who do not exercise. Those who exercise regularly have £5,080 in savings on average, which is around double the amounts put away by those who do not exercise regularly (£2,511). 'Exercising regularly' was defined as those who said they exercised once a week or more. Experian partnered with endurance runner Russ Cook, also known as the Hardest Geezer, to urge young adults to put the same drive into money management as they do towards personal fitness goals. Mr Cook said: 'The mindset I use for my runs – discipline, small wins, getting up and doing it again – is the same one I use when thinking about money.' The survey also found that half (50%) of young adults feel 'traditional' financial goals, such as home ownership, are impossible. More than half (55%) of those surveyed said they are having to delay moving out of their family home. Nearly half (46%) of young adults said that being able to afford shorter-term ambitions such as holidays, travel and festivals is more important to them than long-term financial security. Around fifth (22%) are focused on staying out of debt, while nearly three in 10 (28%) want to save enough to take some time off work to travel, according to the survey among 2,000 people aged 18 to 25 across the UK carried out by Opinium in June. John Webb, credit expert at Experian, said: 'The link between physical and financial fitness is powerful, and through this campaign, we want to empower young people to apply the discipline they already show in their personal lives to their money, too.' Sebrina McCullough, director of external relations at Money Wellness, said: 'We see young people setting clear goals and tracking their progress. It's not about being perfect, it's about staying consistent. Just like training for a marathon, getting financially fit takes discipline, patience and self-belief. And Gen-Z are proving they've got all three.' Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
BBC News
22-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Hardest Geezer Russ Cook finishes running length of New Zealand
A man who ran the entire length of Africa has completed his latest challenge – running the full length of New Cook, nicknamed Hardest Geezer, has run more than 1,553 miles (2,500km) in 73 days."We took a few dings on the way through, but made it out the other side," he 28-year-old, from Worthing, West Sussex, completed his previous endurance challenge of running the entire length of Africa in April last year after 352 days. He begun the latest challenge at Stirling Point in Bluff - the southern tip of New Zealand's South Island - and ran northbound to the finish line in Cape Rēinga, in completion, he said: "Running the length of New Zealand - completed it mate."Massive thank you to the people of this country, your kindness, hospitality and mad scenery made this one unforgettable."We did it, boys. What a ride. Back to training." During the challenge, Mr Cook faced setbacks including a shin muscle he also clocked his fastest ever 100km time, of 11 hours."New Zealand gave me a proper hiding at times, brutal trails, wild weather, and more than a few wobbly moments, but it's also one of the most welcoming, stunning places I've ever run through," he added."From the mountains to the coast, it's got some serious variety, and the people made it even better. I hope everyone that's after a bit of adventure, can come and experience it here." He added that he had gone through seven pairs of shoes during the challenge, eaten hundreds of pies and climbed "a bucket load of mountains".Prior to the challenge, Mr Cook told the BBC he expected to climb the equivalent of approximately 10 Mount Everests in elevation across about 10 weeks of Cook raised more than £1m for charity during his previous challenge in Africa, despite complications with visas, health scares, geopolitical issues and an armed extreme challenge began at South Africa's most southerly point on 22 April 2023, and finished more than 10,190 miles (16,400km) north in Tunisia.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Inspired teen's dream run along length of UK
A teenager has started his attempt to run the length of the UK to raise money for a mental health charity. Marcus, known to his tens of thousands of social media followers as The Hull Boy, set off on his 840-mile (1,350km) journey from Land's End to John O'Groats on Tuesday. The 17-year-old started to run one mile a day a year ago, before taking part in his first marathon in September, accompanied by his friend Russ Cook - known as Hardest Geezer - who made global headlines after running along the length of Africa. Marcus, who lives with his parents in Malton, North Yorkshire, said: "I'm loving every minute of it. I like being outdoors." However, Marcus admitted the challenge was proving tough, both physically and mentally, with hills sapping his energy. Marcus previously said he had suffered with mental health challenges so enjoying the outdoors while raising money for the Mind mental health charity was important to him. "I genuinely believe anyone can achieve anything if they put their mind to it," he said. Marcus revealed he was inspired to attempt his latest challenge after being asked by Mr Cook what he wanted to achieve in life. The teenager, who hopes the run will raise £20,000 for Mind, said he replied that it was his "dream" to run the length of the UK. Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Teen's charity run finale with The Hardest Geezer Teenager's 'best day' with The Hardest Geezer Hardest Geezer: Runner completes Africa challenge Mind
