welcome Hello... ...and welcome to the summer issue of Inspire! This issue were getting excited about the arrival of some warm sunshine, longer evenings and outdoor fun summer promises so much. We know that many of you have found that light exercise can ease your joints, so weve come up with some simple ideas on getting outside and beginning a workout, which fits neatly into the theme of Arthritis Cares awareness week on 18-24 May: Keeping Moving. Were hoping that lots of people will support the week turn to page 22 for ideas on how you can get out and about and join in with activities at your local branch. Elsewhere, weve got some brilliant tips on helping you sleep better, as well as useful ways to deal with pain. Finally, if youre thinking of going on holiday but not sure if you can manage it, read our feature to find out how to make your travels easier. Enjoy the summer! CALL OU R HELPLIN E Our f Click the images to read about this issues contributors Facebook f Logo ree and c onfidenti helpline i s open fro al m 10am-4pm during weekdays 0808 800 call 4050 or email hel arthritisc plines@ are.org.u k FOLLOW US ONLINE CMYK / .ai Facebook f Logo CMYK / .ai Tracey Lattimore, Editor JULIAN WORRICKER is a TV and radio presenter and journalist, and currently presents Any Answers on BBC Radio 4. WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT SUMMER? I love my garden in the summer; I love a day at the test match; and I love those rare evenings when you can sit outside the pub and know you wont need a jumper even when its closing time. DR SARAH JARVIS is a medical writer and broadcaster, and is the BBC Radio 2 doctor, as well as doctor to The One Show on BBC1. WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT SUMMER? I love the long evenings. I work very long hours as a GP, so I really relish the chance to sit out in the garden with the family in the evenings. Its even better if we have a barbecue, which means I dont have to do the cooking! SARAH JUGGINS is a freelance journalist specialising in sports, health and fitness. When shes not writing about sports, shes either watching them or doing them. WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT SUMMER? When the bike comes out of the shed and the legs emerge into the light! I love the feeling of freedom, the fresh air and the rush of the wind in your face.