Walk With Ease, Week 5: Almost there!

Congratulations on reaching Week 5 of the Walk With Ease program! You’re in the home stretch now, and your dedication is inspiring! We’re also one week closer to Spring 2025 NOVA Walk Week. This week, let’s focus on maintaining your progress and preparing for the final push. 

Week 5 checklist:

• Read Chapter 5 in your Walk With Ease book.
• Track your progress in the WWE portal. Your walking log should be filling up nicely!
• Walk at least three times this week.

Looking for a new place to enjoy your walks? 

• Find accessible parks and trails with Virginia’s Arthritis-Friendly Parks and Trails Map. 
• Take a walk on our beautiful campuses or out in your community.
• Explore seven beautiful boardwalk hikes in Northern Virginia. All are level and easy, and many are stroller and wheelchair accessible.

This Monday’s tip: Focus on building strength and flexibility. Hopefully, you’re getting in the habit of stretching with each of your walks. Now it’s time to introduce strength training, if you haven’t already. Your book will provide graphics and instructions.

• Stretching: Check out these videos, and practice while you watch.
• Strengthening: These exercises help strengthen the muscles around your knees and hips, which help protect your joints. Give them a try, too!

Want more? Check out the Arthritis Foundation’s podcast and share with others who might benefit. Keep up the great work, and let’s finish strong together!

—Dahlia Henry-Tett, chief wellness officer, Human Resources