WalkActive

Improve your posture, boost your fitness, and feel the benefits of every step with WalkActive—an evidence-based method to help you walk better, feel stronger, and move with confidence.

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Why WalkActive?

This science-backed method isn’t just about walking more. It’s about walking better. 

I’ll help you improve your posture, movement, and technique so you can boost fitness, improve mental wellbeing, reduce joint strain, and feel stronger with every step.

Walk yourself fitter, healthier and happier with scientifically proven techniques

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    Wonderful posture

    I will teach you how to align your body correctly while walking, reducing strain on your joints and muscles.

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    Stride optimisation

    Discover how to take steps that are perfectly balanced and efficient, allowing you to walk longer and faster with less effort.

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    Body mechanics

    Improve your overall body mechanics to prevent injuries and enhance the effectiveness of your walks.

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    Everyday calm

    Walk your way to lower stress, better heart health, and a stronger mind-body connection.

WalkActive Method
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Who is it for?

  • New to exercise and not sure where to start?

    WalkActive is the perfect introduction, master this, and you’ll build a strong foundation for better health.

  • Recovering from an injury, cancer treatment, or other health challenges?

    Step by step, you’ll regain confidence, rebuild strength, and reconnect with your body.

  • Already walking long distances but want to get more from it?

    Learn how to walk smarter, not just farther; improving efficiency, posture, and overall fitness with every step.

  • ...I felt energised by the knowledge that I am in control of walking, enjoying the connection with my my whole body to move forward, rather than just using my feet to shuffle along. Esmé is a great trainer - knowledgable, empathetic, motivational and insightful, all delivered with physical examples and a keen eye on my movements...

    Elizabeth M,  2025

  • It sounds so simple but did take me a fair few attempts and pointers from Esmé before I felt I had made the necessary adjustments. I could definitely feel a difference in the muscles I was using...it was pretty remarkable, I really did feel like I was walking with increased purpose.

    B Garrett, 2025

  • ‘Vitally educative and transformative’ & ‘ engaging & enlightening’

    A.Ogilvie & R.Wood

WalkActive — Group Classes

  • Level 1: Technique & Posture

    From £40/person

    Learn the fundamentals.
    Improve posture and walking gait.
    Feel the difference in one session.
    Walk away with a plan!

    For groups of two or more; dates to suit you. Get in touch to arrange.

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  • Level 2: Pace & Fitness

    From £40/person

    Walk faster without jarring your joints.
    Find your natural accelerators for effective pace.
    Pinpoint your ideal walking pace for fitness and posture.
    Use pace changes to boost brain and body performance.

    For groups of two or more; dates to suit you. Get in touch to arrange.

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WalkActive — 1:1 Sessions

  • 1:1 WalkActive (45 mins)

    £50

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  • 1:1 WalkActive (60 mins) 

    £67

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FAQs

  • Not at all. WalkActive is designed to improve posture and walking efficiency for all levels — no prior fitness required.

  • WalkActive is a scientifically proven system that improves your walking gait, posture, and pace — helping you walk smarter, not harder.

  • Yes — by improving alignment and technique, WalkActive can reduce strain on your joints and help you move more comfortably.

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    • Flexible shoes or trainers that allow your feet to move freely

    • A bottle of water

  • Yes. WalkActive and strength work complement each other brilliantly. We’ll tailor the balance based on your goals—whether that’s improving posture, stamina, or building overall resilience.

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