I’ve recently come back from an amazing safari in Kenya and Tanzania, and amongst the wildlife, incredible landscapes and unforgettable experiences, I discovered something else: safari jeeps and bumpy roads require a surprisingly strong core!

It was a great reminder that fitness isn’t just about how far we can walk or how fast we can move. It’s about helping our bodies cope with everyday life – and being ready to say yes when an adventure comes along.

That’s something we focus on in our Total Body Wellness walks at WALX Harborough.

Alongside walking with WALX poles, we include simple functional exercises designed to support strength, mobility, balance and coordination. Think about the movements we use every day: getting up from the floor, carrying shopping, climbing stairs, reaching into a cupboard or lifting a basket of washing.

And then there are the things we might want to do in the future. Exploring a new city. Walking along a beach. Playing with the grandchildren. Getting into a kayak. Or, in my case, holding on while a safari jeep makes its way along a particularly enthusiastic African road!

Our Wellness sessions are gentle paced and welcoming. There’s no expectation that you arrive already fit, flexible or coordinated. It’s about spending an hour outdoors, moving your body, enjoying some company and supporting your physical fitness and wellbeing.

Because staying active isn’t just about what we can do today.

It’s about keeping ourselves ready for the everyday moments – and whatever adventures might come next.