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Impact Column
Walk With Me
When life gets difficult, confusing, stressful or crazy, gathering together with one simple and common goal – to walk together toward a finish line – can be a healthful and heartwarming way to invigorate and heal the body and mind, and it might just save your life!
A recent study published by the Journal of the American Medical Association in January 2022 reiterated that moderate physical activity such as walking for just 10 minutes a day could prevent over 100,000 deaths per year. According to the study’s modeling, “If every capable adult walked briskly or otherwise exercised for an additional 10 minutes a day, 111,174 deaths annually across the country might be avoided.”
HNA races bring together people of all ages, backgrounds, shapes and sizes. They engage multi-generational families and networks of friends to gather together in health. Here, casual walkers mingle with internationally ranked racers, and the young and young at heart meet at the starting line. Volunteers cheer us on and generously give countless hours
Fun Fact: Over the last 17 years, the New Albany Walking Classic has hosted over 50,000 participants from 40 different states and four countries. Over 6,000 volunteers have given of their time and talents to make the New Albany Walking Classic the hallmark event that it is for New Albany. to make the day fun and eventful. The spirit of community and connection is strong and can deliver us fresh perspectives and new inspiration. Don’t underestimate the power of a sunny morning, a brisk walk and a friendly companion!
Lace up your shoes, and get ready to walk or run into the 2022 HNA race season! There’s a great year ahead!
MAY 7: Mother’s Day 5K presented by Easton
MAY 21: Rose Run 5K
SUMMER 2022: Kids Marathon presented by NCH
SEPT 11: New Albany Walking Classic, presented by OSU
Healthy New Albany Community Programs
Philip Heit Center for Healthy New Albany, 150 W. Main St. For additional information, contact Kristina Isenhour at 614-685-6345 or kristina.isenhour@healthynewalbany.org.
General Programs/Other
Monday, May 2
Ask the Expert: How Do I Keep My Skin Safe for the Summer? 6-6:45 p.m., Easton Community Room
Wednesday, May 18
Ask the Expert: How Do I Help My Body at a Desk Job? 6:15-6:45 p.m., Philip Heit Center or Virtual
Thursdays starting June 23
Healthy New Albany Farmers Market 4-7 p.m., Market Square
Integrative Programs
Mondays June 6-27
Yoga in the Park 10-11 a.m., Rose Run Park
Tuesdays June 7-28
Outdoor Chair Yoga 9:30-10:30 a.m., Philip Heit Center Outdoor Patio
Wednesday, June 8
Restorative Energy Flow 6-7:30 p.m., InStill Wellness
Monday, June 13
Summer of Zen: Urban Zen & Music 6:30-8 p.m., Rose Run Park
Thursday, June 16
Nature Programs
Sunday, May 1
Decomposition Hike 6-8 p.m., Philip Heit Center & surrounding outdoor areas
Thursday, May 5
Yuck! Nature Class (grades 1-3) 4-5:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center & surrounding outdoor areas
Tuesdays May 10, June 7
World of Wonder (WOW) Nature Class for preschoolers 10-11:15 a.m., Rose Run Park
Tuesdays May 17, June 14
Toddlers in Nature 10-11:15 a.m., Rose Run Park
Wednesday, June 15
Vienna Adventure Hike 7:30-9:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center & Rose Run Park
Nourish Culinary Programs
Sunday, May 1
Nourish Class: It’s Grill Season 2-4 p.m., Philip Heit Center - Demo Kitchen/Outdoor Patio
Thursday, May 19
Nourish the Pantry Class: Heritage Cuisine: Filipino Family Favorites 6:30-8:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center - Demo Kitchen
Tuesday, June 14
Nourish Class: Beer & Pretzels 6:30-8:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center - Demo Kitchen
Thursday, June 16
Friday, June 17
Nourish Cass: Beer & Pretzels 6:30-8:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center - Demo Kitchen
Saturday, June 18
Senior Connections Programs
Thursday Mornings (weekly)
Thursday Connections (topics vary) 10 a.m., Philip Heit Center
Tuesday Afternoons (weekly)
Card Sharks 1-3 p.m., Philip Heit Center
Wednesday Afternoons (weekly)
Knitting Circle 1-3 p.m., Philip Heit Center
Second Fridays of the Month (May 13, June 10)
Pinterest Craft Club with Wesley Woods 2-3 p.m., Philip Heit Center
Third Sundays of the Month (May 15, June 12)
Sunday Brunch Bunch 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Philip Heit Center
Wednesday, May 18
Tech Tutorial 3:30-5 p.m., Philip Heit Center
Fourth Tuesdays of the Month (May 24, June 28)
Senior Connections Lounge 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center
