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Giving back to the community, one walk at a time“Walking is good for you, good for the environment and good for your community.” Since retiring, Angela never goes on a walk in her local area without her trusty litter picker. She walks short…
Where my mind clears: how walking lifts Helen’s mood“Walking has always been a part of my life.” Helen has always walked since being young, when her family would ‘go for a walk’ together. This is a tradition she’s carried on with her…
From hospital wake up call to 15,000 steps: how walking saved Tony’s health“I’ve gone from barely moving to getting in at least 15,000 steps a day.” Sometimes it takes a moment you didn’t plan for to reset everything. Last year, after a 4-day stay…
Angela takes steps towards healing with the Step Count Challenge“Some nights I really didn’t feel like getting my steps in, but felt so much better once it was done. Walking always helps shift a bad mood!” Angela was encouraged by her sister to…
Bruce helps others find connection through walking“Volunteering as a Walk Leader gives you a sense of pride that you are helping and encouraging people to walk and make friends.” Bruce got involved with Health Walks in early 2025 after a career…
One step at a time: one mum’s journey after loss“Walking means everything to me. It saved me when I was widowed.” Lorna’s walking journey began when she was widowed in 2016. With 2 young sons at home, walking was a way for Lorna to…
Finding a support network through walking“After a walk I feel so much better. I’m ready to face the day.” Caroline began walking regularly 3 years ago, after she became a carer for her husband, John. Walking is a way for Caroline to…
Walking her way back to health: Rashpal’s walking story“There’s always a listening ear when we’re out walking. We all have challenges, and walking together is the chance to share and talk about them.” Rashpal took up walking and running…
Walking as self-care: the physical and mental health benefits for Fran“I love a wee walk and a blether.” Fran, a volunteer Walk Leader, shares the benefits of walking with a local walking group. Like many of us, Fran sometimes struggled for motivation to go…
Finding appreciation for the small things“Walking is great for our mental and physical health – but it’s also the best way of appreciating what we have on our doorstep.” Ian, our Policy and Campaigns Officer, shares his…
Staying motivated to keep walking throughout winter“I love nature and wildlife, so I like that during winter it can be slightly easier to spot birds and animals.” Laura, our Walking Network Manager, reveals why she loves walking in the…
Finding joy in winter walking“Winter walking for me is about celebrating the unique beauty, quiet solitude and the mental benefits of walking in cold weather.” Natalie, our Walking Communities Development Officer,…
