“Stappie”, Ukuhamba, Walkie, walk – no matter what you call it, a simple walk can do miracles for your health. And with the health of women we believe that it is never too late to live well. No, seriously, that is literally our catchphrase! It is a message that is close to our hearts, because every day is a new opportunity to get up and move.
When we scroll Tiktok and came across this story of Hettie and Herschelle, we knew that it was exactly the kind of history that would motivate and inspire you to restart your fitness trip, restart or continue. This is not just another feel -good story. It is raw, real and shows how ordinary people can make a difference – even if it is only for one person. Because sometimes it is enough to change a life to change the world for this person.
The first step towards fitness
As typical of Mondays, Monday, January 6th, was otherwise inconspicuous and ordinary for Hettie Langenhoven. But even ordinary, inconspicuous moments can be catalysts for extraordinary transformations that flirt a new way in their lives. And the flint that would ignite this change for Hettie was a man named Herschelle Joshua Jantjies.
Herschelle was a long-time girlfriend of the family of Nel-Marie Langenhoven and met this Monday to catch up-etwas that they had done countless times. During her conversation, Nel-Marie spoke of her mother Hettie, whose deteriorating health meant going out of bed, had become a monumental effort. Herring listened and began to form a plan.
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Later on this day, the two decided to visit Hettie at home and surprise them. When the shellers immediately raised Hetties ghosts, but what happened next, became a crucial moment. Hettie convinced herschelle with his charm and his unshakable encouragement to take a short walk with him. It was not easy-hettie at first-but when Nel-Marie and her little son cheered her, she finally agreed.
This first walk, which was recorded in a warm Tikok video, was the beginning of something nice.
See the moment for yourself:
What started as a small step is busy transforming into a complete shift in lifestyle. There have only been a few weeks, but a few weeks are everything it takes to recognize changes. Hettie is currently going daily and takes up her new commitment to health. Hermen still joins her walks every week and creates a bond that change as much as the exercise itself.
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And progress? Proof that small steps and obligations can use the rewards in a short time. Hetties energy has improved and your attitude to life is brighter. Herschelle has started to introduce other exercises into their routine, and Hettie is fully committed. This is about gaining joy in getting mobility and connection back – something that we all long for today.
Follow Hettie’s trip here:
“Hetties transformation is proof that it is never too late to start,” says Nel-Marie. “Sometimes they only need someone who believes in them.”
Hettie is a memory that it is also possible when it feels as if it is too late or the road appears too steep. All it needs is a step.
If you want to start – or to get back into the health of women – you will go every step of the way!