March 31—May 11

What is Walk for Wellness?

It’s a program designed to encourage people to incorporate more activity into their everyday routine.  Participants of this program will create a team in which all members will wear pedometers to track their steps.  As an incentive to walk more and incorporate healthier lifestyle habits, prizes will be awarded based on steps achieved.

Why Walk?

Regular, brisk walking has been found to lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, high cholesterol, and diabetes.  Research shows that the average person takes 2000-4000 steps a day.  Active people take at least 10,000 steps a day, which is about 5 miles.

What do I do?

Just put the step counter you receive on each morning, and at the end of the day log the steps you have taken.  The first day you may not be at 10,000 steps or anywhere near, but that is why you signed up — to increase your steps and have a team to motivate you.  10,000 steps will gradually build while increasing your energy, self esteem, enhanced awareness, and better mood.

Teams: 
4 people required per team

(if you don’t have a group you will be placed in one)

Fees: 

$5 faculty, staff, & students

$7 members

$10 non-members

Sign me up!

Come to the Front Desk at the REC and ask for a registration packet.   You can also sign up at WellFest, hope to see you there! 

Phone: 216-802-3200          

Web: www.csuohio.edu/recreation center

Campus Recreation Services