Harrow Striders

24/03/2026

Nordic Walking offers more than just exercise.

It’s time outdoors, supportive guidance, and the chance to meet people who enjoy walking together.

Thank you to Trisha for sharing her experience of the Harrow Striders sessions.

If you’re curious about the 6-week programme, you’re always welcome to come and see what it’s like.

For more information, contact sue@harrowstriders.co.uk

23/03/2026

Last month Sue and Den joined a coffee conversation at Harrow Weald Lawn Tennis Club with the Patient Group from Enderley Road Surgery.

The session introduced our new Transport for London funded 6 week Total Body Walking programme, and it was great to see the interest from the group. Six people signed up on the day, with others planning to attend the discovery session on the 24th to try it for themselves.

We also shared how residents can sign up to the MyHealth London platform as part of our Stronger Steps approach to supporting wider health prevention across the community.

It’s encouraging to see local organisations, patient groups and community programmes working together to help people move more and stay well.

If you’d like to learn more about upcoming sessions:

📧 sue@walxwithharrowstriders.co.uk

21/03/2026

The clocks change soon. That means lighter evenings and fewer excuses! 🌿

If you’ve drifted a bit over winter, you’re not the only one.

This is usually the time people start thinking, “I need to get moving again.” 🚶‍♂️‍➡️

Total Body Walking is a structured outdoor activity with poles that work your whole body in a fun environment.

If you’ve been watching from the sidelines, March is a good time to step in. 👟

Get in touch: 📩 sue@walxwithharrowstriders.co.uk

19/03/2026

Spring is beginning to show itself on our walks. 🌺

The blackthorn trees around Wood Farm have come into blossom, bringing that first real sign that the seasons are changing.

It’s one of the things our walkers love most about being outdoors regularly. You start to notice the small changes in nature week by week.

Fresh air, good company, and the chance to see the seasons unfold while you walk. 🚶

If you’re thinking about joining a session, Sue is always happy to chat first.

📧 sue@walxwithharrowstriders.co.uk

18/03/2026

We don’t just walk in Harrow we like to get out and about on our monthly Walkabout Wednesday and explore more of what London has to offer - adding poles to the walk just makes that 10k more manageable, pacier and burn a few extra calories for that coffee and treat at Kenwood House today.
with friends

18/03/2026

Looking for something new that actually sticks? 🦯🦯

Walking to Wellness is a FREE 6-week plan, funded by Transport for London, designed to help you move more, feel better, and build healthy habits that last.

Walks take place in parks across Stanmore and Harrow Weald (April–June) and are suitable for different abilities. 🌿

✅ Try Total Body Walking (poles optional)
✅ Build strength, balance and confidence
✅ Support for people with long-term health conditions

After you register, Qualified Instructor Sue will follow up to make sure the programme is the right fit and help you get started.

Claim your FREE 6-week plan and sessions.

https://walx.co.uk/harrow-striders-free-walx-plan

17/03/2026

Movement can support mental health 😊

A major review by The Cochrane Library found that regular physical activity can reduce symptoms of depression, with benefits similar to talking therapy for some people.

What you should know:

✅️ Light to moderate activity was most helpful
✅️ Exercise is safe, low-cost, and accessible
✅️ It works for some people, not everyone and that’s okay

This is why gentle, supportive walking matters. You do not need intense workouts. Consistent movement, fresh air, and connection can all play a part 🥾🌿

Walking together can be a positive step forward.

Exercise may reduce symptoms of depression to a similar extent as psychological therapy, according to an updated Cochrane review. When compared with antidepressant medication, exercise also showed a similar effect, but the evidence was of low certainty.

16/03/2026

It’s been wet. Muddy. Windy. Cold. And we’ve still shown up. ✨

Because consistency matters more than perfect weather. Why? Because fresh air clears the head and body.

Whether it’s snowdrops in Pears Wood or a blustery park walk, the group keeps going - safely, steadily, together.

If you’re waiting for perfect conditions, you might be waiting a while! 🌧️

Come and see what our walking group really looks like by contacting Sue below:

📩 sue@walxwithharrowstriders.co.uk

15/03/2026

Happy Mother’s Day ❤️
Days like today always make me stop and think about the kindness and love that mums, grans and all the mother-figures bring into our lives.

As a dad and now a grandad, this episode of the BBC Dear Daughter podcast really hit home for me – a powerful reminder of gratitude, love and how one act of kindness can change a life:
🎧 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct9084
If you have a few minutes today, give it a listen and then tell me in the comments:
What does kindness mean to you this Mother’s Day, and who are you thinking of?

Brenda’s daughter donated a kidney so that her mother could receive a transplant

11/03/2026

Friendship can help prevention! 💬

We see it every week. A chat, a laugh, a shared walk. Those small moments make a difference.

Recent studies show that older adults with close friends and strong social bonds live longer and stay stronger.

Thank you to WALX, London Sport, Harrow Health, and Voluntary Action Harrow for helping us keep Harrow connected and moving.

10/03/2026

We’re delighted to be working once again with the Friends of Canons Park, supported by Transport for London . 🌿

From April, our six-week Total Body Walking programmes will offer something for everyone, from gentle re-introduction sessions to more structured, progressive walking plans.

If you’d like expert guidance, a welcoming group and a clear plan to build your fitness, this could be for you.

Places are limited, so contact us to find out more and reserve a space.

📧 sue@harrowstriders.co.uk

09/03/2026

Walking in Harrow is all about showing how simple movement supports everyday health. 🌱

Walking doesn’t need a long build-up to make a difference. Within the first couple of minutes, circulation increases and your body starts to wake up.

A short walk through a local park or along familiar streets still counts. Small steps matter more than people realise. 🌟

Try our free 6-week plan and sessions

After registering, Sue will follow up locally to help you choose the right sessions.

https://walx.co.uk/harrow-striders-free-walx-plan