Liz

What's your favourite run or Fitmums activity?

My favourite 2 mile summer routes are across The Stray and through Valley Gardens and in the winter I enjoy the coached Strength and Conditioning sessions 

How long have you been a member of Fitmums?

I've been a member of Fitmums for 8 years

⁠Why did you join Fitmums?

I joined Fitmums for fitness and the reason I stay is the support and camaraderie.

⁠How long have you been a leader?

I became a Nordic Walk leader in January 2025

What's your favourite thing about being a leader?

My favourite things about being a Nordic Walk leader are teaching new skills and enabling people to improve their fitness in a fun and relaxed way

Julie

What’s your favourite run or Fitmum’s activity?

How lucky are we in Harrogate!! We’ve got some great routes and it’s fab to have the Stray so nearby. I love all the 2 mile Fitmums routes. Well maybe not at the start, but always by the end, I never regret a run. 

My favourite run was doing the Leeds Abbey Dash, it was my first organised race and I was super proud of my medal and t-shirt. 

How long have you been a member of Fitmums?

I joined Fitmums in 2018, that’s over 8 years of running! Woohoo....

Why did you join Fitmums?

I’d started running and was doing Parkrun regularly and wanted to run again during the week. But I just can’t run on my own as I keep convincing myself to walk! I’d tried a couple of other clubs, but they just really weren’t me and I didn’t feel like I fitted in. I saw Fitmums advertised and after one session I knew Fitmums was different, it was friendly, supportive and encouraging. It was just what I'd been looking for.

How long have you been a run leader?

I’ve been a run leader for over 6 years and I’m super proud to tell people I’m a run leader. I became a leader to give back to the club that supported me and also I knew if I was on a rota to lead I couldn’t make an excuse not to come to club !!!

What’s your favourite thing about being a leader?

I love running and chatting with different people. I’ve made great friends over the years. It’s so rewarding to support others on their run journey, whatever that may be for them.