Ohio Parks and Recreation Association Award-Winning Program 'Let's Get Moving' Kick-Off Event
The City's Parks and Youth Services is thrilled to announce the upcoming second annual Let's Get Moving; the award-winning community-wide walking program designed to promote health and wellness. Whether you're a returning participant or new to Let's Get Moving, we invite you to join us for this exciting and transformative experience.
Our program runs for either 10 weeks or 20 optional walk weeks, providing ample time to achieve your fitness goals. We've partnered with various organizations and groups within the community, including the Area Office on Aging, the Toledo Lucas County Health Department, Zepf Center, and Mercy Health System, to bring this program to you with a focus on creating a sense of unity and camaraderie among participants.
Walks will be held every Thursday at 6:30 PM, covering a distance of between .66 and 3 miles. The goal of each walk is to take 6,000 steps or walk 3 miles. Each week it will become easier to achieve this goal, and participants are encouraged to walk at their own pace and distance. Every step counts! Register and track your progress here: toledo.oh.gov/get-moving
Celebrity and guest walkers will lead most scheduled ten-week and 20-week programs in one of our neighborhood City parks. Participants are welcome to walk at your own leisure or join a group based on the schedule.
By participating, you'll not only experience the numerous health benefits of walking, such as improved muscle strength, flexibility, metabolism, and endurance but also create a sense of community with other participants.
Let’s Get Moving will kick-off with a special event on April 29th in the Ottawa Park Shelter House. Health screenings will be available at 10:00 am and Mayor Kapszukiewicz will start the walk with participants and the media at 11:00 a.m.
Looking forward to seeing you at the Ottawa Park Shelter House and Let’s Get Moving!
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