New outdoor gym in Lanarkshire town is a fitting tribute to Robert's memory

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A new open-air gym which is suitable for teenagers and adults has been officially opened in Kilsyth.The new facility was funded by the Robert Chebe Foundation which is dedicated to supporting the mental wellbeing of children and young people in Scotland and Ghana through sports.

The charity was created in memory of local resident Robert Chebe who died during lockdown at the tragically young age of 23.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Located in Burngreen Park the new gym was officially opened by North Lanarkshire's Provost Jean Jones.The charity worked in partnership with North Lanarkshire Council’s Community Partnership Team and Proludic Play & Leisure to build the state-of-the-art outdoor fitness area.The gym equipment includes adjustable pistons allowing users to increase the resistance experienced during workouts and a downloadable free app which helps to track your fitness progress and provides helpful tips.Representatives from the Robert Chebe Foundation and local councillor Heather Brannan-McVey joined the Provost to celebrate the completion of the fitness facility.Provost Jones told Lanarkshire Live: “The work of the Robert Chebe Foundation has been fantastic and this brilliant outdoor area will be great for local people to use and enjoy.“I cannot thank the charity enough for their efforts