Harrow Striders

07/05/2026

A FREE 6-week walking programme is returning to Harrow this spring, supporting residents to become more active in local green spaces.

Delivered by WALX with Harrow Striders and supported by Transport for London, the programme brings together community groups and venues including Harrow Weald Tennis Club.

The focus is simple:
Helping people move more, feel more confident, and build sustainable habits close to home.

With small group sessions and trained leaders, the programme supports those who may not otherwise engage in physical activity.

If you’d like to find out more or visit a session:

✉️ sue@harrowstriders.co.uk

06/05/2026

Don't let mud put the breaks on your boots! 🛑🥾

After a fantastic muddy Nordic walk or trail session, it’s SO tempting to just toss those well-loved boots aside, but that can cut their life short!

Thanks to inov-8 All Terrain Running, our go-to for quality trail gear, we've got the dirt on how to properly clean and care for your trail shoes/boots.

Regular cleaning is a smart investment that keeps your gear in peak condition, ready for the next adventure, and (let's be honest) saves your floors from that dreaded dried mud trail! 😉

This guide covers everything from brushing off caked mud to using baking soda to keep things smelling fresh as a daisy:

In this guide we’ll take you through how to look after your trail running shoes, so that you can get the most life out of them.

05/05/2026

Walking can a significant impact on our everyday mood! 😊

After about 30 minutes, endorphins are released, helping boost mood and reduce feelings of anxiety.

That’s one reason walking in Harrow’s parks and green spaces with others can feel so positive and motivating.

👉 Join our walks in Harrow

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

05/05/2026

04/05/2026

A steady walk helps your body wind down at night. 🌙

It reduces stress, balances energy, and improves sleep quality. Proof that movement in the day helps rest come easier later.

Take a walk with us.

Join our group by emailing 📩 sue@harrowstriders.co.uk

04/05/2026

Rain, mud, busy schedules… it’s easy to find reasons not to start. 🌧️

And for many men, it’s not just time. It’s habit, confidence, or not knowing where to begin.

Age UK’s Act Now Age Better campaign highlights how many people in midlife have drifted away from activity over time. But getting back into it doesn’t have to be complicated.

With WALX, it’s simple. You turn up, walk, and build strength, balance, and confidence as you go. 💪

No pressure. No expectations. Just a way to get moving again and feel better for it.

Start with a FREE 45-minute introduction session:
👉 https://age-uk.walx.co.uk/

01/05/2026

When I stopped working full-time, I knew I needed something that would help me stay active, but more importantly, something I would actually keep doing. 👟

That’s what led me to Nordic walking and then later, Total Body Walking.

It wasn’t about pushing myself, it was about finding a routine that felt realistic. Being outdoors, walking with poles, meeting people, and exploring the green spaces around us in Stanmore made it easier to stay consistent. 💪

Over time, it became part of my everyday life. Not just the movement, but the social side, the structure, and having a reason to get out regularly.

It’s something I now see in so many people who join our walks. It starts simple, and then it becomes something you look forward to. 😊

If you’ve been thinking about getting a bit more active, feel free to drop me a message and I can talk you through what’s coming up.

📩 sue@harrowstriders.co.uk

01/05/2026

We’re inviting local health professionals to refer patients to a FREE 6-week walking programme running across Harrow this spring.

Delivered by WALX with Harrow Striders and supported by Transport for London, the sessions are suitable for adults who are:

✨ Inactive or deconditioned
✨ Recovering from illness or surgery
✨ Living with long-term conditions
✨ Lacking confidence to exercise

Each session includes a structured warm-up, short guided walk, and cool-down, with a focus on functional movement and confidence.

We welcome referrals and self-referrals.

✉️ sue@walxwithharrowstriders.co.uk

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