Well here we are, 2019 is well underway, and many of us are have made resolutions, signed up to gyms and promised to do all sorts of activities in the attempt to live a little healthier. On our first episode for the new year, Lucy talks to Ron Lightfoot about how he lost 48lbs (almost three and a half stone) and reversed his Type 2 Diabetes by getting outside and walking his new best friends Charlie.

Ron adopted Charlie from the Salisbury rehoming centre in January 2018, after a little advice and encouragement from his doctor. Several life events had left Ron with low self-esteem, overweight and a bit of a recluse; then Charlie came into his life, and everything changed. You can hear for yourself what a fantastic impact both Ron and Charlie have had on each other. Not only does Ron give Charlie the loving home we want for all our dogs, but Charlie in return also gets Ron out and about, exercising, meeting people and living a healthier, more positive life.

We couldn't have thought of a better conversation to start the year. At a time when we're all thinking about making more decisive steps to healthier living, Ron and Charlie show us the power of companionship and getting outside beats any gym or sports club membership.