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Community Walking Program

Not yet scheduled for this year.

Decide your health is important and chose to be more active! Two thirds of cancer deaths are due to lifestyle choices. Lower your risk by being active as well as eating right and not smoking. Children and Adolescents should get 60 minutes per day of moderate to vigorous physical activity at least five days per week (ACS).

Being active and maintaining healthy weight are just two components to reduce one’s risk of cancer. Adults should be at least moderately active for 30 minutes or more, five or more days of the week; 45 minutes or more of moderate to vigorous activity on five or more days per week may further reduce the risk of breast or colon cancer (ACS).

EXERCISE YOUR WAY TO GOOD HEALTH!

The benefits of walking can help improve current health conditions and prevent others.

Lower risk of some cancers Increase energy Weight loss Lower blood pressure	Improve cholesterol Better blood sugar control Promote healthy bones Opportunity to meet others
Can relieve anxiety and help improve depressed mood

GET WALKING AT THOMPSON PARK!

Walking is the best form of exercise and Thompson Park provides the environment.

Fresh air-outdoors No automobile traffic Restrooms available Dogs on leashes Widely paved and mostly flat walking surfaces	Water fountains Benches and picnic tables for resting Shaded areas Inexpensive Accessible
Opportunities for additional physical activity which include: hiking trails, disc golf, tennis, biking, swimming, basketball and more.

It is recommended that you check with you health care provider before starting an exercise program.

 

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