6: There’s A Walk For That with Harriet Thomas - Episode 66: There’s A Walk For That with Harriet Thomas - Episode 6
UK Health Radio Podcast
Harriet Thomas explores how walking transformed her health and interviews Sue Mott about the impact of nature walks on unpaid carers' lives.
32:06•19 Oct 2025
Finding Wellness on Foot: The Transformative Power of Walking
Episode Overview
- Walking can significantly improve mental and physical health.
- Nature walks offer respite and connection for unpaid carers.
- Community support is vital for carers' well-being.
- Simple habits like walking can transform daily life.
- Listening to nature can provide peace and clarity.
“"Once you've set foot outside your front door, it's the beginning of an adventure."”
Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of how walking can transform lives in the latest episode of "There’s A Walk For That". Host Harriet Thomas shares her personal journey from back pain to wellness through daily walks, proving that sometimes the simplest habits can have the most profound effects. This episode features a conversation with Sue Mott, CEO of "Stepping Out with Carers", a non-profit that organises nature walks for unpaid carers and those they care for.
Sue's tale of breaking into sports journalism in a male-dominated industry is as inspiring as her current work bringing joy and respite to carers through the power of walking. Sue shares how a chance invitation led her to create "Stepping Out with Carers", highlighting the invisible struggles of carers and the transformative impact of community and nature.
The episode takes listeners on a journey through Sue’s childhood memories of wandering fields and how these early experiences shaped her passion for walking. Harriet and Sue explore the challenges carers face, the healing power of nature, and how simple acts like walking can provide much-needed relief and connection. This episode isn't just about walking; it's about finding solace in nature, building community, and recognising the often-overlooked contributions of carers.
It's a heartfelt reminder that sometimes the best solutions are right outside your front door. Whether you're a carer or someone seeking more balance in life, this episode offers insights and inspiration to make walking a joyful part of your day. Ready to lace up your shoes and find your own wellness sanctuary?

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