This year, the American Heart Association has changed the format of the Capital Region Heart Walk. Instead of coming together for a one-day event, participants from across the Harrisburg area can join the Heart Walk by walking wherever they are any time through Wednesday, Sept. 30.
Jessica Kazmaier, executive vice president and chief human resources officer for Rite Aid, will chair this year's event.
The Capital Region Heart Walk is a way to celebrate heart and stroke survivors, encourage physical activity and wellness, and raise lifesaving funds for the American Heart Association during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Anyone can participate in the Heart Walk in a few steps: Register as a walker at http://www.heart.org/capitalregionwalk and ask family and friends to join the team and donate; register for the "2020 Capital Region Heart Walk" event on Facebook and join the event discussion for updates and activities; and walk and share the journey any time during the month of September. People are encouraged to post photos and videos directly to the Facebook event discussion or anywhere on social media using #HbgHeartWalk.
In addition to walking, other activities to consider are getting the whole family involved and having an indoor dance party; trying out a few strengthening exercises like push-ups, lunges, and squats; or creating an at-home circuit workout.
The Capital Region Heart Walk is presented by the Rite Aid Foundation as part of its Healthy For Good platform sponsorship of the American Heart Association in the capital region.
Approximately 120 million Americans have one or more cardiovascular conditions, putting them at higher risk for COVID-19 complications, according to the American Heart Association. Funds raised will help the American Heart Association invest in scientific research to look into the impact that COVID-19 is having on heart and brain health, provide information to those immediately affected by COVID-19, and help health care professionals on the front lines care for patients using the latest guidelines and recommendations. Funds also support the American Heart Association's mission.
For more information, readers may visit http://www.heart.org/capitalregionwalk.
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