Delaware Department of Parks and Recreation have parternerd with the Delaware General Health District to create the newest addition to its offering — a walking group.
Kick-off is scheduled for Friday from 2-4 p.m. at the Parks and Recreation Department’s Mingo Park facility. Those that sign-up on the 27th will receive a free Walking Tool Kit! There will also be health screenings to maeature your health status at the beginning session and again at the conclusion.
The free group is is open to anyone that wants to improve their health status and see how many miles they can log over 10 weeks.
According to the General Health District, 57 percent of Delaware adults are overweight or obese. Walking can reduce your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
