Basal metabolism (BMR): The metabolism that provides the energy required for the vitality events in the body to continue without muscle movement during a living being at rest is called basal metabolism.
Body mass index (BMI): Body mass index is calculated by dividing body mass by the square of its length in meters. The ideal weight is obtained by multiplying the body mass index desired to be reached by the square of the height.
One of the goals of the project is sports,
It has been determined as contributing to health and cultural tourism.
· Help people form habits of doing sports and leading a helthy lifestyle
· Democratizing by spreding spirit and culture of sport
· Increasing awareness on various branch of sports by using digital media effectively
· Raising awareness and increasing knowledge on activities like Sports, Exercise etc
· Raising awareness about healthy diet
· Encouraging individuals enter different fields in a more consciously manner
· Contributing to our nation’s sports, health and tourism
WHY TO JOIN?
· Connect with a vibrant community passionate about sports and wellness.
· Discover exciting events and activities that celebrate European and Olympic values.
· Boost your health, motivation, and sense of belonging through shared experiences.
· Gain access to exclusive workshops, challenges, and networking opportunities.
· Be part of a movement that promotes unity, diversity, and an active lifestyle.
| # | Place | Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Istanbul |
As the cultural and economic powerhouse of Türkiye, Istanbul will lead the charge in merging sports with the ethos of European unity and Olympic spirit. The city's large youth demographic will be engaged through a series of 35 diverse events in between the 23rd and 30th of September in 2024. Please click here to view the full event schedule |
| 2 | Ankara | The capital city will host 25 events in between the 23rd and 30th of September in 2024, where its young citizens and university students will be encouraged to embrace Olympic values. Please click here to view the full event schedule |
| 3 | Izmir | With 15 events planned in between the 23rd and 30th of September in 2024, İzmir will be a beacon of healthy living and European solidarity. Please click here to view the full event schedule |
| 4 | Antalya | Antalya's 10 events will reflect its status as a touristic gem, offering both residents and visitors the chance to engage in sports that highlight the natural beauty of the Mediterranean region in between the 23rd and 30th of September in 2024. Please click here to view the full event schedule |
| 5 | Rize | In the lush backdrop of the Black Sea region, Rize will contribute 10 events to the European Week of Sport in between the 23rd and 30th of September in 2024. Please click here to view the full event schedule |
| 6 | Malatya | Known for its cultural richness, Malatya will curate 10 events in between the 23rd and 30th of September in 2024 that intertwine physical fitness with cultural education, providing a holistic approach to the European and Olympic values of cultural diversity and mutual understanding. Please click here to view the full event schedule |
| 7 | Erzurum |
Positioned in the eastern part of Türkiye, Erzurum will utilize its unique climate and topography to host outdoor activities that align with Olympic winter sports. |
BeActive Night:
Considered the most important event of the European Sports Week, which is traditionally celebrated all over the world, together with the European Union countries, the "BeActive Night Event" is also accepted as an indicator of the spread of sports culture to the social base in countries.
In order to develop the awareness of healthy life through sports in the societies of the country and to spread the sports culture to the social base, various sports activities are held on this day, but it is also accepted as an indicator of the importance given to sports by the country's administrators.
In our country, in addition to the events we will organize in 7 different regions,in 7 provinces, at home and on social media channels, the "Get Moving Night - BeActive Night Events", which is stated as the most important day of the 2024 European Sports Week events, will be organized in Istanbul on September 28 and 29, 2024. After the sporting events to be held throughout the province, a BeActive Night will be organized with the wide participation of our citizens of all ages, from 3 to 93.
Within the scope of the project we carried out last year, this event was held in İstanbul; BeActive Night event will take place in Istanbul in 2024 and in İstanbul in 2025. Famous sports trainers will interact with the citizens on the huge stage to be set up, both entertaining them and encouraging their participation in different sports activities. Popular activities such as Zumba, Group Fitness, Hiit, Rhtyhm Dance, and exercises with music and salsa will take place. Apart from this, a concert is planned at the end of the night that will excite the citizens and make them move more.
An event will be held in the spirit of a sports festival, where sports branches will be promoted and our citizens of all ages from 3 to 93 will participate interactively. Our country will be represented in the best way by organizing a full event, from stage sports shows to interactive sports events, in which our national athletes will take an active role in the program in order to be role models for future generations.
Our country will be represented in the best way on this important day celebrated all over the world, with the slogan of #Sports Country Turkey, by organizing a “Take Action Night – BeActive Night Event” in the spirit of the Sports Festival.
By ensuring the participation of role model figures from the world of sports, art and politics in the program, awareness will be created in order to spread the sports culture to the grassroots.
Event hours:
17.30-19.30 Interactive sports games and collective exercises
Address: Bagcilar Municipality Activity Area, Bagcilar, İstanbul
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