National Walking DaySubtitle or Date

[INSERT COMPANY NAME]

Today, [insert company name] joins thousands of other companies,

schools and individuals who have pledged to live a healthier lifestyle

and become more physically active.

National Walking Day

The Price of Inactivity:

• As a nation, we’re becoming more physically inactive, doubling our risk of heart disease and stroke.

• Heart disease and stroke are America’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers. Being physically active and eating an overall healthy diet reduces a majority of the controllable risk factors for these diseases.

Why Physical Activity?

Adults • At least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic

activity at least 5 days per week for a total of 150 minutes per week; OR

• At least 25 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity at least 3 days per week for a total of 75 minutes per week; or a combination of the two AND

• Moderate to high intensity muscle-strengthening activity at least 2 or more days per week for additional health benefits.

AHA Recommendations

Kids should get at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity each day.

Get Active by Walking

Walking has the lowest dropout rate of any physical activity

and is a simple, affordable step people can take to positively

improve their heart health.

Benefits of Walking

• Reduces risk of heart disease and stroke

• Lowers blood pressure and cholesterol

• Reduces body fat and helps control weight

• Boosts mental well-being • Increases bone density• Reduces risk of diabetes

• Improves sleep• Increases muscle

strength• Relieves tension,

anxiety and depression• Improves mental acuity

and memory • Increases life

expectancy

• Wear comfortable footwear and clothing.• Start slowly; gradually build up to 30

minutes most days.• Find a convenient time and place.• Have reasonable expectations and be

flexible.• Don’t get discouraged!

Tips for Taking the First Steps

• Make it fun.

• Mix it up.

• Use music.

• Ask people to join you.

• Track and celebrate success!

Staying Motivated

[Insert Company Name]

knows that a healthier employee

is a happier employee.

We’re committed to creating

a healthy workplace for our

number one resource

— our employees.

Our Commitment

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Let’s Get Up and Move!

Find free healthy living resources for you and your family at

heart.org/HealthyLiving

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