I have enjoyed walking all my life being introduced to the great outdoors at an early age. However, as I got older my knees and back began to suffer and I couldn’t get out and do very much without being in pain. I saw an advert for Nordic Walking back in 2019 explaining it’s health benefits and decided to give it a go and enrol on a taster session. The rest as they say is history. The support from the leaders and the group is fantastic. Some walks are easier paced than others, some walks are longer so there is something suitable for everyone. Last year I trained as a walk leader and having completed the course and first aid training I now lead Friday walks & fill in on an ad hoc basis on other days.
Nordic Walking is a great way of exercising in a sociable, relaxed atmosphere with the added benefit of doing it all in the fresh air. As always taking that very first step can be the hardest but is so worth while.

I started having lower back problems in 2010 and spent a small fortune on physios. Eventually one of them advised me to build my core strength and exercise more – easier said than done when you’re in pain! – and, I always hated exercising, gyms were so boring and lonely. Then in February 2015 I signed up for a Nordic Walking UK Taster session, and I haven’t looked back. My back feels great and I no longer worry about hurting it. I’ve met so many people I wouldn’t have otherwise, and made lots of new friends.

In 2017 I decided to take my love of Nordic Walking one step further and trained to be a NWUK Accredited Instructor and set up Nordic Walking Tameside so I can help others experience the benefits of Nordic Walking.

Nordic Walking allows me to really enjoy exercising whenever and wherever it suits, and at whatever pace I fancy on that day. I’ve found Nordic Walking is a great way to relax, improve your mood, and improve your activity/fitness levels in a fun and sociable group (the bacon butties and coffee after walks help as well )

I started Nordic walking back in 2015 following severe back problems. After not being able to walk or drive for nearly 2 years, and then having to undergo back surgery, I was suffering from back, hip and knee pain, I was overweight and my mental health was suffering badly! I took up Nordic walking not only for the health benefits, but also to meet new people and get different insights into life.

I trained as a Walk Leader in January 2018. I have seen & experienced how much Nordic walking helps people become stronger, increase mobility and fitness, and saw the reward both physically and mentally for all ages and abilities. I now lead our Tuesday Trotters walk every Tuesday morning in Stalybridge.

I’d always been interested in Nordic Walking but couldn’t find any Nordic Walking Groups close to where I live. So, I walked the dog regularly, sometimes went on longer walks at weekends and also enjoyed some leisurely walking holidays.
2017: I had chemotherapy and then found out I had severe osteoporosis
2018: I met Jane and Jo at a “Healthy Living/Self Care” event in Hyde market place. I signed up for more information and the raffle to win free Learn To course. I won the raffle and haven’t looked back since!

Nordic walking is an ideal exercise for my osteoporosis. I regularly walk two times a week, usually the 1.5 hour walks. The beauty of these walks is that they don’t take too much time out of the day – even though I stay for a sociable coffee afterwards. I thought at first, being in my late 60s, I would not be able to keep up with the group, but you can join in the walking whatever your level of fitness. Keep going and your fitness and stamina improves. It’s surprising how much more confidant and faster my walking is now! I’ve met so many nice people. I’ve discovered the countryside around Tameside.

Keeping fit and being sociable. A great combination!

I started Nordic walking in November 2019 when I was going through a really tough period of my life. I wanted to do some regular exercise but wanted to do it outside, I knew being outside always made me feel better. I found Nordic Walking Tameside and I have never looked back. I became a walk leader with them because I believe in the power of exercise whilst being outdoors and I wanted to share that. No matter what your fitness level, Nordic Walking Tameside has a class to suit everyone and you will certainly have fun whilst exercising. Nordic walking is a very sociable way of getting fit.

I have enjoyed walking all my life being introduced to the great outdoors at an early age. However, as I got older my knees and back began to suffer and I couldn’t get out and do very much without being in pain. I saw an advert for Nordic Walking back in 2019 explaining it’s health benefits and decided to give it a go and enrol on a taster session. The rest as they say is history. The support from the leaders and the group is fantastic. Some walks are easier paced than others, some walks are longer so there is something suitable for everyone. Last year I trained as a walk leader and having completed the course and first aid training I now lead Friday walks & fill in on an ad hoc basis on other days.
Nordic Walking is a great way of exercising in a sociable, relaxed atmosphere with the added benefit of doing it all in the fresh air. As always taking that very first step can be the hardest but is so worth while.