Walk for a Healthier You!
Partners at Heart has joined with the St. Clair County Health Department and invites you to take part in a new and exciting array of programs and services designed specifically for individuals who Walk the Birchwood Mall for fun and fitness.
Throughout the coming year, the following events will be held in the Mall's Food Court. Mark your calendar for these terrific heart healthy activities.
- Tuesday April 8, 2008 - 8:30 a.m. - noon
Creating an Herb Garden. Learn also how to season with herbs as a healthy alternative. - Saturday, May 10th, 2008 - noon - 2 p.m.
Staying Healthy 101
Jodi Townsend, Exercise & Fitness Specialist
Speed cups & exercises for kids & parents. - Tuesday, June 10th, 2008 - 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Importance of Hydration & Body Recall Demonstration. - July
Off - Saturday, August 9th - noon - 2 p.m.
Back to school Basics: Eating Healthy 101
Start the new school year on a healthy note. Learn about healthy meals & snacks as well as backpack safety. - Tuesday, September 9, 2008 - 8:30 - 10 a.m.
Controlling your blood pressure - Saturday, October 11, 2008 - noon - 2 p.m.
Importance of Immunizations & Flu Shots (Health Department) - Tuesday, November 11, 2008 - 8:30 - 10 a.m.
Managing the holidays...stress free - Saturday, December 13, 2008 - noon - 2 p.m.
How NOT to get stuffed for the holidays
Individual Walking Participant Goals
Partners at Heart encourages everyone who participates in the Mall Walking program to keep track of their accomplishments and successes. To help you obtain your goals, the following is recommended:
- Keep a daily record of your activities in a logbook located near the Mall's Carousel. Please note: each individual is responsible for logging their own information.
- To help you keep on track, use the following recommendations: 10,000 steps or 30 minutes per day for 20 days per month for those who want to begin walking for a healthier you. Please note: this is an independent program.