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Are you ready to get fit? If so, do the "local" mo ...
August 6, 2007
Are you ready to get fit? If so, do the "local" motion and join Meriden Movers! The Meriden Health Department will be starting a walking program on September 17, 2007. Walking is one of the healthiest and most convenient forms of physical activity. Residents will be encouraged to enroll in the program for better health. Program participants will receive: A pedometer and walking log to track their steps; A t-shirt half-way through the program; Free health screenings to track your progress (must enroll by September 5 in order to receive health screenings); A weekly motivational e-newsletter with walking tips and healthy recipes; Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 Movers! Pedometers and t-shirts are limited to the first 100 people to register.Walking teams are highly encouraged. For more information about the program please contact Lea Crown, Health Educator, at 630-4238, or by email at lcrown@ci.meriden.ct.us. Information on the program can also be found on the Meriden Health Department website, www.meridenhealth.com. Walk for health - every step counts! This program is funded through the United Way of Meriden and Wallingford venture grant program.
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