Date: Wednesday May 15, 2013
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Exhibition Room, 5410 Spring Garden Road (Ralph M. Medjuck Building), Dalhousie University – Sexton Campus, Halifax
Refreshments and door prizes will be provided.
A workshop will be held in HRM to explore options for improving road safety for all users. This session will present successful campaign examples and invite you to contribute ideas for how to make your streets safer for all users. This is a project of DalTRAC (Dalhousie Transportation Collaboratory) and Dalhousie University with support from the Ecology Action Centre. Supporting partners include: the NS Department of Energy, Halifax Regional Municipality and the NS Road Safety Advisory Committee. Learn more here: http://tiny.cc/f4gbww.
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Ready to walk the talk? Not everyone starts running right from square one; in fact, many people become physically active through walking. That’s why United by Running is thrilled that the Heart and Stroke Foundation, through its Heart and Stroke Walkabout™ program, is returning as a charity partner in 2013 for the Sole Sisters Women’s Race.
Heart&Stroke WalkaboutTM supports Nova Scotians to walk more. The initiative includes tools and resources to support groups, workplaces and individuals. United by Runningbelieves this is a tremendous initiative to help people become more active – and we’re confident that this year’s walkers are next year’s runners.
United by Running is making it a priority to be involved with charities, particularly those that encourage active living, and the organization is excited to partner with the Walkaboutprogram to promote and encourage walking at the United by Running’s Sole Sisters race. Sole Sister’s is an untimed event where participants move at their own pace, making it a perfect event for new walkers and runners. About 10 per cent of registrants at Sole Sisters are walkers.
“The Heart and Stroke Foundation is excited to partner with community organizations and events such as Sole Sister’s Women’s Race to support and encourage active living,” said Elaine Shelton, Director of Health Promotion, Policy and Research, Heart and Stroke Foundation in Nova Scotia. “Heart disease and stroke are leading health concerns for women, and being physically active is one way to help reduce your risk and be more healthy. Programs and events that support and encourage women to be more active provide important resources to help us make positive health decisions – one step at a time.”
Registered walkers who stop by the Walkabout booth during race kit pick-up will receive a free surprise and the opportunity to learn more about the organization’s interactive website that helps individuals connect with other walkers, map out walking routes on Nova Scotian streets and track their steps.
As is tradition, every January many people set resolutions or goals for the year. A popular and reoccurring resolution seems to be one of personal fitness, weight loss or a change in diet. Finding time in our busy schedule to go to the gym or adopt a new diet trend can be challenging. The New Year symbolizes a time of change and opportunity for new beginnings. So, this January I invite Nova Scotians to adopt a new resolution and resolve to celebrate the joy of physical activity.
Physical activity comes in all forms. Whether you walk, cycle, snowshoe, use fitness equipment at a gym or at home, you can experience the social, physical and mental health benefits of being physically active. Benefits are available for the taking- regardless of body size.
When setting your goals for this year, consider focusing on having fun and finding something enjoyable to you. You will soon discover that living and eating well improves mood, alertness and quality of life.
The Heart&Stroke Walkabout™ website (www.walkaboutns.ca ) is a great way to set goals and track your progress or consider attending Zumba4Heart on February 2nd in Halifax, a Zumba dance party in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
150 minutes per week of physical activity is all you need for health benefits. How will you get your joy today?
Sincerely,
Menna MacIsaac, CEO, Heart and Stroke Foundation in Nova Scotia
]]>Walkabout and Hike Nova Scotia presents a walk on the Dartmouth Harbourfront Trail
Thursday October 4 12:15 pm
We will walk rain or shine. All are invited. The walk will take place on the waterfront paved trail running between both ferry terminals (1 hour return trip). Meet at the east side of the Dartmouth ferry terminal. Find the trail at www.halifax.ca/walkhikebikehrm.
RSVP is appreciated at Heart & Stroke Walkabout™ [email protected] or call 423-7530 ext. 3347
There will be a chance to win a prize from Hike Nova Scotia and Walkabout
]]>Ever thought of a Walking Club in your community? It is fun, social and good for your health! We know lots of people want to walk more, but many people won’t walk on their own. By having a walking club, people can walk as a group, interact and enjoy the getting fit all at the same time!
Heart&Stroke Walkabout™ will be offering several leader orientation sessions this Fall 2012! The goal of the Heart&Stroke Walkabout leader/ambassador orientation is to provide interested individuals with tools and knowledge to start/enhance a walking club in your community, workplace or school . Participants will receive a leader handbook, pedometer, inspiring activities, information on safety and group leadership, and a demonstration of our interactive website.
To learn more about Walkabout Community Leader program, check out the “Become a Leader” section of our website.
Here’s the line-up of our Community Leader Training Sessions for September 2012!
Dartmouth
Woodlawn Library
Wednesday, September 12th
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Please register with Catherine at HSF at 423-7530 ext. 3347 by Sept. 10th
Moser River
Monday, September 17th
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Please register with Jody at HRM recreation at 885-2988 by Sept. 14th
Sheet Harbour
Monday, September 17th
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Please register with Jody at HRM Recreation at 885-2988 by Sept. 14th
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