Vancouver, Washington: Walk with a Doc is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. You’ll take a few minutes to learn about a current health topic from a healthcare provider, then spend the rest of the hour enjoying a healthy walk and fun conversation. It’s a great way to get out, get active, and enjoy all the benefits that come from walking. Walk your own pace and distance.
After a short discussion on a health topic you can enjoy moving around the track at your pace, while conversing and visiting with each other. Please bring along your two and four-legged friends. See you there!
According to the American Heart Association, walking has the lowest dropout rate of any physical activity. Think it doesn’t do any good? Think again. Walking is low impact and easier on the joints than running. It is safe – with a doctor’s okay – for people with orthopedic ailments, heart conditions, and those who are more than 20% overweight. In addition, research has shown that you could gain three hours of life for each hour of regular exercise! That quick stroll around the block seems a little more worthwhile now, doesn’t it?
You don’t need any special gear and there are no special rules.
Our walking groups are a safe, fun, and FREE place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people.
Vancouver, Washington - Chapter # 31196
2nd Saturday of every month at 9:30am
Questions: griffdavemo@comcast.net
Walk Leader: Dave Griffin, DPM