Janine is a living demonstration of the power of walking and the mental health benefits of spending time outdoors. Having battled with a chronic skin condition and autoimmune disease for over 18 years that prevented her from undertaking any form of exercise she started to explore holistic approaches taking charge of her recovery. As her symptoms gradually abated she was able to start to exercise and incorporate walks in the Brecon Beacons into her daily life. Her first hand experience of the healing benefits of walking and being outside led her to starting an after school walking club for mums and their children, as well as offering support helping build confidence in those who were embarking on a return to fitness or starting to exercise for the first time. Today Janine is testament to what is possible and her activities outside her passionate support of the Brecon Beacons team include being a busy mum to two almost grown children paddle boarding and wellness coaching.