NEWS RELEASE
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
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Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) in collaboration with the Upper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress (UPCAP) is offering a free hybrid version of Walk with Ease.
This series starts May 1 and runs through June 5.
This Walk with Ease Hybrid is a self-directed enhanced program where individuals begin and end the six-week program at the same time, utilizing a curriculum from the American Arthritis Foundation.
An MSU Extension leader coordinates program information by sharing the book Walk with Ease with each participant once they complete a participant registration survey, weekly emails with videos links and informational handouts are sent and facilitators are available to answer questions using the online venue Zoom.
During the six-week program, participants will:
- Understand the basics about arthritis and the relationship between arthritis, exercise, and easing pain.
- Exercise safely and comfortably.
- Use methods to make walking fun.
- Make a personal walking plan with realistic goals for improved fitness.
- Learn tips and resources to help them overcome barriers and continue to be physically active.
- Learn about other programs and resources that can help them maintain their walking and try other physical activities.
During the weekly meeting a quick review of the resources, a chance to share our motivational journeys, and get answers to some of the questions that might arise.
The meetings are Thursdays when you can at 1 p.m. CT/2 p.m. ET on a Zoom link that will be shared after you register.
If you are interested, please contact Anita Carter to register; by email [email protected]. or call 906-360-9732 or you can register at https://events.anr.msu.edu/wwe2025carterupcap/
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