Harrow Striders

30/04/2026

You might have seen some of our recent posts and thought… “Hug now?” 🌳

What’s that all about?

It’s all part of the Act Now Age Better campaign with Age UK and WALX - encouraging people to get active before they slow down, not after.

As Sue explains in this video, it’s about finding something you actually enjoy. Something that gets you out, keeps you moving, and gives you a reason to come back again.

For us, that’s Total Body Walking with poles.

It’s simple, social, and a great way to build strength, balance, and confidence at your own pace.

If you’ve been thinking about starting… this is your sign.

📩 sue@harrowstriders.co.uk

🌿 Free Walking to Wellness sessions starting this June (funded by Transport for London)

29/04/2026

Here at WALX with Harrow Striders, we grew from our own personal experiences.

Through walking together, we discovered how powerful steady movement, time outdoors, and supportive groups can be and we wanted to share that with others across Harrow’s green spaces.

Learn more about our walks below:

https://exercise-anywhere.com/instructor/12766-WALX+with+Harrow+Striders

29/04/2026

I’ve been seeing a lot of interest in our TfL-funded programme across Harrow and Stanmore recently, and it’s been great to see more people wanting to understand what we’re doing and why. 🌿

I’m heading along to an event this Friday at Harrow Weald Lawn Tennis Club, where I’ll be hearing more about the work they’re doing in the local community and how we can continue building something that genuinely supports people getting active again.

They’re hosting a special evening with Roger Taylor, tennis icon, and broadcaster Marcus Buckland, sharing stories from the game and their book The Man Who Saved Wimbledon. 🎾

Details:

📅 Friday, 1st May @ 7:00 pm
📍 Harrow Weald LTC, 49-51 College Road
🥪 A light buffet will be provided and the bar will be open
🎟️ £5 per person (Limited availability!)
📱 Message Stuart on 07986 246719 to reserve your place

It should be a great night and a chance to connect with others locally.

Partnerships like this matter. They help create opportunities for people who might not otherwise take that first step, whether that’s joining a walk, meeting new people, or just getting back into a routine.

If you’ve been seeing our sessions in places like Canons Park and wondering what it’s about, keep an eye on our socials or drop Sue a message and we can talk you through it.

📩 sue@harrowstriders.co.uk

28/04/2026

We’re also supporting AgeUK’s campaign ‘Act Now, Age Better’ and you can get involved in our 6 Week Plans starting in June in Canons Park, Stanmore.

28/04/2026

What are the mental wellbeing benefits of walking? 💭

After around 15 minutes, your body begins using fat for energy and stress levels can start to reduce.

Walking outdoors, especially with others, can be a simple way to reset and support mental wellbeing. 🦯🦯

👉 Join WALX with Harrow Striders

https://walx.co.uk/groups/walx-with-harrow-striders

27/04/2026

A fresh morning in Old Redding last week, surrounded by colour, conversation, and a group that keeps showing up. 😊🌿

This is what it looks like when movement feels natural again. Just steady steps, good company, and space to enjoy being outside.

For many, it starts with one walk. Then it becomes something you look forward to.

If you’ve been meaning to get moving again, this is your sign.

👉 Join our group: https://walx.co.uk/groups/walx-with-harrow-striders/

27/04/2026

Choosing the correct poles and getting the grip right is an important first step in improving your walking.
We use these poles in our FREE Walking to Wellness 6 week courses. We are taking bookings for the June courses starting in Canons Park in a Tuesday and Sunday morning in June. Message sue@harrowstriders.co.uk to find out more.

24/04/2026

Harrow residents, this is for you! 😊

A FREE 6-week walking programme is running across four local parks this spring, supported by Transport for London and delivered with partners including Harrow Weald Tennis Club.

These are simple, guided sessions designed for people who aren’t very active right now, are managing a health condition, or just want a reason to get out regularly.

No pressure. No expectations. Just a structured way to start moving again.

If you’d like to join:

✉️ sue@walxwithharrowstriders.co.uk

23/04/2026

Not everyone had a great experience with exercise growing up.

For many people, it put them off for years.

But movement doesn’t have to look like school PE. It can be simple, social, and even a bit playful.

This is what we see every week at WALX with Harrow Striders. People reconnecting with movement in a way that feels natural again. 🌿

Through the Act Now Age Better campaign with Age UK and WALX, we’re helping people rediscover that being active can feel good, not intimidating.

If it’s been a while, that’s okay. You don’t need to go back. You just need to start somewhere new.

You can get started with a FREE 45-minute introduction session:
👉 https://age-uk.walx.co.uk/

23/04/2026

Walking is not about speed or drills. 🚫

In our group, we have different type of sessions and movement, gentle movement, can help your body feel better.

Even after 10 minutes of walking, your joints begin to loosen, stiffness can ease, and mood often starts to lift. 🌿

Consistent walking in green spaces and local routes helps support mobility and everyday comfort.

Want to join our walks?

Contact our qualified WALX leader to get started

sue@harrowstriders.co.ukj

22/04/2026

As we blaze new trails for WALX with Harrow Striders across Brent Council, London Borough of Hillingdon, and Harrow Council, we know challenges are inevitable - on the trail and in life! 🦁💭

Maintaining a strong mindset is absolutely crucial for pushing forward and achieving those big goals. That's why we loved reading Sarah Perry's inspiring account of her attempt at the Scottish National Trail.

Her journey is a powerful reminder that even when Plan A, B, and C fail (hello, roaring, impassable rivers! 🌊), success is truly personal. It's about what you gain from the experience, the strength you find, and the lessons learned.

t’s an incredible story of commitment, safety first, and the power of perseverance, no matter the obstacle.

Give this amazing blog a read for your dose of motivation! 👇

Sarah Perry recounts her epic solo adventure along the Scottish National Trail - a journey of determination, endurance and facing nature at its fiercest.

21/04/2026

FREE Walking to Wellness 🌿

Our TfL sponsored Walking to Wellness programme at Harrow Viewpoint is starting on Saturday 25th April at 11am.
We’ll be learning about walking with poles, improving posture and balance and seeing how we can incorporate strengthening and wellness into a one hour walk during the 6 weeks of the programme. All equipment is provided.
We have a few places left or you can put your name down for the next programme starting in June in Canons Park.
Phone Sue on 07973 670895 or message on sue@harrowstriders.co.uk to reserve your place .
Or claim your FREE 6-week plan and session here.
https://walx.co.uk/harrow-striders-free-walx-plan