New Beginnings
nourish. move. thrive.
Hit your fifties and lost your mojo? You’re not alone. Transitioning into retirement, adapting to an empty nest, or perhaps dealing with emerging health issues, can leave you wondering who you are and what on earth comes next.
You don't have to figure it all out alone. Come join us.
You'll get more healthy, cultivate new friendships and connect with a sense of passion and purpose.
A journey of health, friendship and rediscovery
Our New Beginnings programme is designed specifically for individuals aged 50 and over who are at a pivotal point in life.
It’s a collaboration between three experts in mental and physical well-being, just the ticket for helping you rediscover some purpose, peace – and joy!
Through a blend of physical activity, nutrition inspiration and gentle mindset practice, our supportive sessions will give you
space and time to reconnect with yourself. Our aim is that you’ll come away feeling nurtured, more confident and ready for whatever the next chapter brings.
Our mission
support you through life transitions 50+
help you connect with your health, happiness and sense of purpose
foster a sense of togetherness among
like-minded folk
offer engaging, evidence-based content
help you feel valued, energised and equipped to thrive
"Hannah's support is always gentle and I never feel like I'm getting it wrong.
She is happy to answer any question and is great at coming up with new ideas."
We've combined three brilliant elements to help you improve mind, body and soul
NUTRITION
Discover easy ways to nourish yourself, get more energy and soothe your digestion. This course is designed to bring back your love of food.
NORDIC WALKING
Get to grips with this brilliant technique.
Boost fitness, increase strength and
reduce the likelihood of future falls.
PASSION & PURPOSE
Get better at managing boundaries &
explore how it feels to really put yourself first.
Rediscover what makes your heart sing.
"Sue is an excellent instructor and her enthusiasm and good humour make
acquiring the Nordic walking technique enjoyable"
Anthony, Nordic Walker
What's on offer?
Three expert tutors
Choose from retreat days or our signature 6-week transformation programme
Various dates available
No previous experience required
Includes bonus materials & an invitation to join our vibrant community
"The session made me realise I need to look at what I want in the future and act now not later"
Tracy, Widehearted Wellbeing participant, 2025
Do you want to build the foundation for a brilliant later life? Come join us
Meet the team
Hi! I'm Hannah Barth, a registered nutritionist and NHS nurse with a passion for helping people reconnect with their bodies and build a joyful, nourishing relationship with food. I believe food should fuel, support and bring the balance you need. During this programme, I’m excited to help you rediscover the joy of food while exploring how it supports strong muscles, healthy bones, a sharp mind, and a thriving gut microbiome.
I’m Sue Holden, owner of Exe Nordic Walking. I teach the INWA (International Nordic Walking Federation) 10-step method of Nordic Walking and lead weekly walks for groups in the Exeter area. I’m also an Instructor member of British Nordic Walking. As a former primary school teacher, I’m thrilled to be able to use my teaching skills again for the technique workshops and to be working with Melissa and Hannah on this collaboration. I can’t wait to support you to move more.
Hi! I'm Melissa Noble, founder of The Academy of Wide-Hearted Living. We help people improve their well-being and get more satisfaction from life. We all have questions bubbling away that resurface whenever we’re at a crossroads, moving from one stage of life to another. How do I make the most of my life? What conditions do I need to thrive, to really come alive? Figuring it out can be tricky and I’m here to help. I am delighted to collaborate with Hannah and Sue to bring you New Beginnings, truly taking care of mind, body and soul.
How inclusive are you?
The programme is open to all. The New Beginnings team are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment for all attendees. Our goal is to ensure that everyone can fully participate and enjoy the programme. That said, our venue may offer some access challenges to people with reduced mobility. Please contact us to discuss if this applies to you.
How many places are available?
We're inviting 10 people to sign up for the transformation programme.
Our retreat mornings and days have more space - there are 20 places available on each of these.
What is the age range?
We're not setting limits. We're confident that, whatever point people are at, if they stick with us, the programme will help them feel better.
So far, brochures have been requested by people aged 37 - 70. The average age is mid-50's
If I'm not very fit, will I be able to keep up?
Absolutely. The programme is designed to meet you where you are now, whether you're a regular walker or haven't exercised for years. The Nordic Walking sessions are gentle, adaptable and focused on building strength, balance and confidence at your own pace.
If you're unsure, feel free to ask, we're here to help. You can contact Sue directly at [email protected]
Will refreshments be provided?
Yes, definitely. Hannah has some delicious treats in store for us! Teas (inc herbal), coffee + oat & cow milk will be available throughout the session.
If a session is unavoidably missed, will there be an opportunity to make it up at a later date?
We ask that everyone attends the first two sessions, as this is when Sue will be sharing the technique for Nordic Walking.
After that, if someone misses a session, they will still receive all the information and there will be an opportunity to talk things through with the experts.
