Ringwood’s health department has “teamed up” with Chilton Memorial Hospital to “Walk off the Weight.”  This is a great idea for many reasons but, mostly for overall health improvement. This is a free 12 week program for adults who want to share with peers with similar needs.  Mothers with children in strollers and senior citizens can benefit from the support of their group of peers.

The goal is to improve the health of the residents of Ringwood by teaching, educating, informing them of the following:

  • Nutrition
  • Food pyramid
  • Portion control
  • Calories
  • Exercise
  • Weigh-ins
  • Body Fat Analysis

It has been proven that a 20 minute walk has a direct effect on reducing weight, heart attacks, diabetes, cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and stress.  A good walk improves bone and muscle strength, sleep, and a sense of well being.  Sharing all of the above has the added benefit of a psychological boost by interaction with others.

Walking off the Weight is designed for different walking surfaces in different municipalities.  In Ringwood, the groups will meet at the Center for Family Resources, located at 12 Morris Road, on Tuesdays, 8:30am starting April 6 – June 22.  The education sessions will be held at Skylands Manor located in Ringwood State Park. Of course, a walk around the Skylands Manor garden is encouraged.

Come out and get fit Ringwood, it is a beautiful day.

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