Grab your sneakers and take a walk…on National Walking Day. According to the American Heart Association, the event is celebrated on April 1st, but some sources say it’s celebrated on the first Wednesday in April. We at KMM think regardless of what day it falls on, everyone should walk!
Here are 3 tips on how to participate in National Walking Day, today and really, all year long.
Form a walking group with your neighbors. Commit to meeting 3-5 times a week and walk different routes in your neighborhood. Not only are you getting exercise, but you are engaging within the community.
Plan a walking meeting. Sometimes the best ideas come when you are exercising. Instead of sitting around the table, have a staff meeting walking at lunch with your coworkers. While it’s a more informal type of meeting, it could produce some unique ideas.
Create a walking challenge. Whether with your neighbors, co-workers or people in your community, create a challenge to see who can walk the most steps in one month. Determine a monetary amount to join and split the total money collected between the winner and a local charity or cause in your group’s name. With so many apps and devices, you can track each other’s progress.
So lace up those sneakers and get out there and walk for your community and for your health. Oh and remember to:
wear bright clothing
obey the rules of the road
…and most importantly, don’t text and walk.
We are thrilled to share that KMM will be launching a radio show /podcast – Mobility Matters – on WCTC 1450 AM radio beginning in April 2019. Tune in on Wednesdays at 10 am. Join us as we talk to leading experts in the fields of transportation, sustainability, and economic development.
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Commuting can be one of those items that fall way down on the list of things you love to do. And you are not alone. The average travel time for working New Jerseyans is 31.2 minutes, which is almost seven minutes longer than the average US commute. So what can we do to make your commute better?
KMM is excited to announce the launch of our new program for active adults called – Silver Safety Series. The program provides a number of interactive presentations that deal with driving safety, pedestrian issues, on-demand transportation alternatives, and even health and exercise. This program can be presented individually or as series and features interactive presentations, light refreshments, and giveaways.
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