Get your walking shoes ready... the Walk Mass Challenge has begin!
Walk Massachusetts is a community-wide walking challenge runs May 1 - October 31, 2022 and is open to community members aged five and over. Each participant chooses from one of four predetermined challenges based on distance or frequency. Individuals who complete the challenge receive raffle prize entries for themselves and the council on aging. Individual prizes include gift cards of Visa ($50), Amazon ($25) and Dunkin’ ($10). Councils on aging prize levels range $250-1,000!
Walking is the most common way people remain physically active. Walking consistently has numerous physical and mental health benefits. Walking is accessible for most people whether done outside at your local park or indoors and in place on rainy days. Walking and the Walking Massachusetts challenge is a fun way to build community!