walking programs
Abington Health is proud to a sponsor of the American Heart Association’s Start! Walking program.
As part of its commitment to building healthy communities, Abington will be promoting this heart
healthy effort in both the Abington Memorial Hospital and Lansdale Hospital neighborhoods,
as well as among its own employees. So, join the effort with these upcoming healthy outings:
April 6 is National Walking Day. Grab your friends and your sneakers and head out for a
walk. It might be your day to get Start!ed on your fitness plan for better health.
Walk the Trail at Lansdale – FREE
START! With a Little Me Time – FREE
Lansdale Hospital has a beautiful walking trail on the
campus that is open to the community. Come walk the
trail. Every 15 minutes a health professional will be
available to teach stretching exercise and one-on-one and
group exercise. Community and employees welcome.
date: Wednesday, April 20
time: 3:30 to 4:30 pM
OR
date: Wednesday, June 8
time: 4:30 to 5:30 pM
location: Lansdale Hospital
100 Medical Campus Drive
Lansdale
to register: 215-481-2204 or 1-866-446-2507
Walk the Heart Smart Trail in the Sculpture park,
get a massage, experience aromatherapy and enjoy
reiki therapy. Spend a few hours during the weekend
to take care of you. These two hours will give you the
opportunity to exercise your body and calm your mind.
Who doesn’t need a little relaxation? Be sure to bring
your friends.
date: Sunday, May 1
time: 1 to 3 pM
location: Abington Art Center
515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown
to register: 215-481-2204
Get Gwynedd Walking – FREE
Join Abington Health, North Wales Library and Upper
Gwynedd Township parks and Recreation for a walk
towards better health. Every 15 minutes an instructor
from Action Training will demonstrate stretching
exercises and provide you with helpful tips to begin or
continue your walking regimen. Healthy walks contribute
to healthy hearts. Bring your family and friends.
date: Wednesday, April 27
time: 4:15 to 5:15 pM
location: Upper Gwynedd parkside park pavilion
to register: 215-481-2204 or 1-866-446-2507
Calling All Parents: Grab Those Strollers
and Start! Walking – FREE
Join Abington Health, Willow Grove park Mall Morning
Club and Romp ’n Roll for a great morning featuring
a one mile walk around the mall, health information
and fun activities for the kids (perfect for toddlers
and preschoolers).
date: Tuesday, May 3
time: 10 AM – 1 mile Walk
10:30 AM – Activities
location: Willow Grove park Mall, Elevator Court
information/register: 215-481-2204
Walking is Elementary – FREE
Abington Health and the School District of Springfield
Township invite you to a morning of fitness and fun. Walk
the track, participate in health screenings and activities
for the kids, and grab the latest health information.
date: Saturday, May 14
time: 9 AM to 12 NOON
location: Springfield High School
1901 E. paper Mill Road, Oreland
to register: 215-481-2204
Abington Health’s community is invited to use the free Start! tools, including
MyStart! Online, which allows you to track exercise and diet, as well as providing
great health, wellness and nutrition information. Register online at
www.startwalkingnow.org. Click on tracker and go to register. Be sure to fill
in Abington Health Community under company.
©2008 American Heart Association