Walk to Work Day - April 1
National Walk to Work Day
Prevention Magazine kicks off Foot Health Awareness Month with National Walk to Work Day, Friday April 1, 2005.
Walking is just about the
best health bargain around. It's fun, easy to do, and absolutely free. And
research supports the long-standing belief that taking just a few extra
steps a day can improve the lives of all Americans.
In fact, the cost of our not walking as a nation--and living a sedentary
lifestyle--is staggering. Obesity and poor physical fitness are rapidly
catching up to smoking as the leading causes of preventable death in the
United States.
The goal is to inspire all Americans to incorporate walking into their lives
by making it a pleasure, not a chore. A walk can be an invigorating way to
clear your head and ready yourself for the workday. It can also help
increase productivity at work. Instead of meeting in the boardroom, head
outside with your colleagues--you'll be amazed at the ideas you generate
when your body is in motion. At home, bond with your family over an
after-dinner walk, or get out the stroller and go to the park.
Wherever you are on April 1, fit a walk into your day, and join all
Americans in taking the first step toward better health.
