Walk with ease for kidney health

Wow! Look at you! Great job on Week 2! By now, you’ve started building a solid walking routine. As we step into Week 3 of the Walk with Ease challenge, let’s focus on an important health topic: kidney health.

March 13 is World Kidney Day, and March is National Kidney Month. Walking is a fantastic way to support kidney function, improve circulation and help manage conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes—two of the leading causes of kidney disease.

This Monday’s tip: Walk for kidney health!
Support your kidneys by maintaining an active lifestyle and making health-smart choices. Here are some simple steps to boost your kidney health:

✅ Stay hydrated. Drinking enough water helps flush toxins from your body and supports kidney function.
✅ Monitor your blood pressure. Walking helps regulate blood pressure, reducing strain on your kidneys.
✅ Eat a balanced diet. Limit processed foods and opt for kidney-friendly choices like leafy greens, berries and whole grains.
✅ Get moving! Regular walks improve circulation and can help prevent kidney disease. Get moving now to be prepped and ready for Spring 2025 NOVA Walk Week!

Week 3 checklist: Keep up the momentum!

✅ Log your Week 2 progress in the WWE Portal. Tracking your steps, minutes and effort keeps you motivated!
✅ Read Chapter 3 for expert strategies on maximizing your walks.
✅ Track your distance and time in your Walking Diary.
✅ Watch the Week 3 video.
✅ Find new places to walk using Virginia’s Arthritis-Friendly Parks & Trails Map.

Keep moving, stay strong, and make walking a lifelong habit!

—Dahlia Henry-Tett, chief wellness officer, HR