Walk Michigan
Parks and trails have a key role to play in increasing physical activity among community members. Not only will physical activity programming in the great outdoors help prevent obesity and reduce the incidence of chronic medical conditions, it also has been shown to improve mental health and reduce stress. In addition to the benefits of physical activity, mere exposure to nature has been shown to increase ability to cope with life stressors, increase self-esteem, enhance capacity to pay attention, and lead to greater life satisfaction.
Walk Michigan is a program that will run for the whole month of July in celebration of Parks and Recreation month!
Participants are encouraged to walk at local parks or in your neighborhood at your leisurely time. You will be able to record your daily step log on the link provided below.
STEP LOG LINK
Parks with walking paths:
Eastpointe:
Spindler Park 19400 Stephens
Roseville:
Huron Park 18605 Frazho
Veterans Memorial 27325 Barkman
