Happystride

We both love keeping fit, especially running, because it helps us to keep a happy mind. Exercise is proven to release endorphins and so doesn’t only just help our bodies physically, but mentally too. When we were creating our brand, supporting mental health and happy minds was really important, so happystride felt like the perfect name. Our bright coloured clothing reflects happiness too – we have bright banana, parrot, leopard print, avocado and snakes & ladders designs and are always thinking about our next design! With every sale, we also donate money to mental health charities and in 2019 we supported Mind Charity.

Inspiring happy fitness around the town

Standing on the start line of the Hockley Park Run last winter, Pete realised that everyone around him was wearing black sportswear. Fast forward 12 months, and alongside our full-time jobs in marketing and advertising, we’ve launched a cool online side-hustle brand with a range of fun fitness shorts and leggings which are sure to make you stand out from a “socially-distanced” crowd!

Happy Minds

Test, Learn, Grow As a small business, we’ve learnt a lot and so our new range of shorts include some cool features based on ideas from our customers. These include unisex sizing, tight inner shorts (great to prevent chafing, says Sam!) phone pocket and small key pouch. We’ve branched outside of just running too- with happystride shorts being worn for cycling, virtual exercise classes, hockey, netball, yoga, tennis.. and even golf! We’ve been really overwhelmed by the positive comments from customers and support, and have had sales from Germany, USA, Dubai and Hong Kong. Get Out There! Having both grown up locally, it’s been so amazing seeing more and more local customers feel empowered to get out running during lockdown and wear their happystride shorts. During the strange time that we’re all going through, it’s important to look after our bodies, so why not try a virtual exercise class, grab a skipping rope or do a short run along our beautiful seafront- we’re so lucky to have it!

Whatever you decide, we wish you happy striding!

by Sam & Pete Goldring Co-founders of Happystride from Leigh on Sea