300-Mile Club

A Good Idea

Description

The 300-Mile Club is a walking program designed to encourage lifestyle changes that promote healthier living for individuals who lack knowledge about nutrition and the effects of obesity and who cannot afford to join health clubs. The program will achieve its goal by introducing walking as a form of exercise, by educating participants about good nutrition, and by providing pertinent health information through literature and speakers. The program also arranges group activities such as hikes and healthy pot-lucks.

Goal / Mission

The goal of this program is to encourage lifestyle changes that promote healthier living by promoting walking for exercise and educating participants about proper nutrition.

About this Promising Practice

Organization(s)
Louisville Metro Health Department
Primary Contact
Angela Hollingsworth, Health Educator
400 East Gray Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 574-8045
angela.hollingsworth@loukymetro.org
http://www.louisvilleky.gov/Health
Topics
Health / Wellness & Lifestyle
Health / Physical Activity
Organization(s)
Louisville Metro Health Department
Source
National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO)
Date of publication
2005
Location
Louisville, KY
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