THE WOW OF WALKING
That catchy title got my attention! What’s not to like about walking? It’s free, it’s easy to do and it’s easy on the joints. And there’s no question that walking is good for people. Some useful information on why walking is so important:
• Most everyone can benefit from a walking program, no matter the pace
• Walking improves circulation, lowers the risk of fractures, can lead to a longer life,
• Walking supports joints by increasing the strength and flexibility of your muscles, increases range of motion, and shifts the pressure of your weight from the joints to muscles ( reducing the pain of arthritis)
To read the full article click here http://www.arthritistoday.org/fitness/walking/tips-and-strategies/wow-of-walking.php?ht= or pick up a copy on the Parish Nurse Pamphlet Rack.
Useful information when beginning a walking program:
• pedometers are useful tools for keeping track of all of your steps and can be highly motivating (can be found in any sporting goods department)
• walking with a partner/group increases the likelihood you will keep it up
• Write the miles you walk each day on your calendar
• Make an appointment to walk each day
• Keep the appointment
• Join the Gloria Dei Walking Club every Monday at 8:00AM beginning June 1, 2009.
• Watch for new “Foot Notes” every two weeks on the Parish Nurse Pamphlet Rack
Check out trail maps below
Summer Offerings for your Body, Mind, and Spirit
GROWING STRONGER/STRETCH AND PRAY
A progressive weight training program
• When: June 16-August 13, 2009 (9 weeks)
• Time: 8:30 AM Tuesdays and Thursdays • Instructors: Mary Jo Hallberg and Beth Ann Ahlers
• Cost: $40 • To register: 651-699-1378 ext 3031 or mjhallberg33@msn.com
MONDAY MORNING WALKING CLUB
• When: Monday mornings beginning June 1, 2009 until Labor Day • Time: 8:00 AM Meet in church parking lot
• Who: Everyone, all ages and abilities welcome (we walk 45 minutes at your own pace).
• Participants will read excerpts from Surprises Around the Bend: 50 Adventurous Walkers by Richard A. Hasler to discuss over coffee
• We are back at church by 10:00AM for Pastor John’s Bible Study.
Yoga Devotion Summer Session begins Tuesday, June 16-August 18, 2009 at 6:30PM (note time). Ten week session for $60.00. Sign up on Parish Nurse Bulletin Board or email Mary Jo at mjhallberg33@msn.com
• Click for a map of the walking and biking trails in St Paul.
• Click for a map of Pedestrian Trails in Ramsey County 
The Wow of Walking
Walking and Biking Trails
St Paul Pedestrian Trails Ramsey County