(TROY, MI) – The Troy Parks and Recreation
department continues to offer the “Walk Michigan” opportunity to improve health
and fitness while also encouraging the enjoyment of the recreational facilities
and park resources unique to Troy. All
walks are free, non-competitive and open to all ages.
“We had three walks in June with people
of all ages joining in to enjoy this excellent form of exercise,” Fitness
Coordinator John Hug said. “We urge
residents to get out there and enjoy any -- or all -- of the remaining walk
events for the summer. Physical activity
makes people stronger and more energetic, prevents weight gain, and helps to
lower anxiety and stress.”
Hug said the bonus – aside from the
wonderful health benefits – includes the opportunity for each participant to be
entered into a drawing to win a trip for two to Mackinac Island on Labor Day
weekend to walk the bridge with the governor and several thousand walk
enthusiasts. This is an exclusive trip
with special benefits provided only to those participating in the Walk Michigan
program.
All walks will be held on the
following dates and times:
Thursday,
July 9, 10:30 am,
Community Center, south entrance, 3179 Livernois
Monday,
July 13, 7 pm, Firefighters
Park, North side of Square Lake Rd., between Crooks and Coolidge
Thursday,
July 23, 10:30 am, Community
Center, south entrance, 3179 Livernois
Monday,
July 27, 7 pm, Raintree Park, on west side of John R between Big Beaver
and Wattles Roads
Saturday,
August 1, 8:30 am, Huber
Park, far north end of the Aquatic Center parking lot
Wednesday,
August 5, 10 am,
Stage Nature Center, at 6685 Coolidge Highway
Each time a walker participates in one
of the walk events, their name is entered into the
Labor Day Bridge Walk raffle. The raffle
will be held on August 5 at 11 am at the
Stage Nature Center. The winner does
not need to be present to win.
Free water and snacks are provided by
Whole Foods Market of Troy at each walk site.
For more information please stop by the
Community Center located at 3179 Livernois or call
248.524.3484.
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