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NEIGHBORWALK​

Walking is one of the easiest ways to get fit and have fun. Everyone knows how to do it, and the only equipment you need is a pair of walking shoes. Walking can help you lose weight, but it can also help manage stress, build energy, boost creativity and lift your mood.

GET STARTED

Join a Walking Group

Staying physically active is key to a healthy lifestyle. But if it's been awhile since you've exercised and you have health issues or concerns, it's a good idea to check with your doctor before starting a new exercise routine.

Click here to join a walking group

Start Your Own Walking Group

The Tulsa Health Department is excited to assist you on the journey of starting a walking group. Walking groups benefit both individual participants and the community at large by motivating and encouraging others to walk, leading to a healthier community.

The health and success of your walking group is important to us. Walk Leaders will receive a free toolkit with helpful tips on how to start a successful walking group. THD will provide free support, posters, incentives and technical assistance to Walk Leaders.

Walk Leaders are asked to commit to:

  • Meet with your walking group at least twice a week for 12 weeks
  • Name your walking group
  • Keep a weekly attendance log and track group goals
  • Promote your walking group
  • Utilize the tools and support provided by THD
  • Collect a short pre and post survey from your walking group participants

Click here to complete the Walk Leader sign-up form.

Resources

Free Walk Log

Walking GrOUPS

Neighborwalk

 

Walking Groups

  • Walk leader: Maurico V.
  • Contact number: 918-607-4982
  • Walk Group Name: “The Men’s Walking Club – North”
  • Walking times: Thursday 7 pm (or call for adjusted times)
  • Walk location: Gilcrease Hills Neighborhoods and Trails
  • Meet up: Transformation Church Parking lot at 6:50pm, leave promptly at 7:00pm, walk one hour

Health Benefits of Walking

  • Reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, stroke, breast and colon cancer, and high blood pressure.
  • Gives you more energy.
  • Helps your heart and lungs work more efficiently and improves circulation.
  • Helps build and maintain bones, muscles, and joints.
  • Helps you cope with stress and depression.
  • Lowers total cholesterol and increases good cholesterol.
  • Tones and strengthens your muscles.
  • Improves your sleep habits.
  • Helps maintain a healthy weight.
LOCATIONS

We have 10 locations across Tulsa County that offer a variety of services to help you and your family stay healthy.

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