Walk With Us!

This month, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center is getting fit by walking – and we want you to join us!

On this website, you’ll find special information on how to begin – whether you are starting a walking program on your own, with friends, neighbors or coworkers. Walking has many health benefits, it’s easy to do, and it’s free!

You’ll find articles, videos and podcasts on topics like how to stick to your goal, motivating your kids to get fit, and tips on how to get the most out of your walk.

Print out a diary sheet so you can keep track of your progress, sign up for a charity walk, or request a free walking kit. You can also e-mail us your progress and we’ll post it on this site to help inspire others. If you are a business that has a formal walking program for staff, we want to hear about it—and if you’d like information on how to kick-off an employee walking program, we’ve got information on that, too.

We are proud to partner with the Boston Public Health Commission, Children’s Hospital and the American Heart Association on this important campaign. We also thank the Joslin Diabetes Center, Hebrew Senior Life and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for their assistance in helping to educate the public.

So check out the links on this page and the next. Then, grab those sneakers.

Welcome to the walking club!

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